What is the Best Safety Device Investment a Company Can Make?
As any business owner knows, there are all sorts of safety devices and equipment available for virtually any job in every industry. Some are required by federal, state, and local employment regulations; others are optional, available to employers interested in making the most of workplace safety. So with the many options available today, what is […]
Slips, Trips, and Falls: The Driving Force Behind Workers’ Comp Claims
According to Liberty Mutual Research Institute for Safety, slips, trips, and falls are a top cause of workplace injuries as well as the leading cause of workers’ comp claims. In a report titled Pace Yourself: What You Should Know About Slips, Trips, & Falls, the Institute places the annual direct cost of disabling occupational injuries due to […]
Pre Employment Physical Testing: What Skills are You Looking For?
If you are an employer operating in a physically demanding industry, keeping a full, reliable workforce isn’t easy. Jobs that demand a certain level of strength, agility, coordination, and endurance often have both high injury and high turnover rates. This is largely due to new employees that don’t stay long, having underestimated the demands of […]
Exploring Pre Employment Testing Options: What, When, and Why
A growing number of companies today, from large multinationals to small businesses, are using pre employment testing to improve their odds of filling jobs with the best candidate the first time. After all, hiring people requires quite an investment of both time and money, an investment that companies stand to lose if they get it […]
Implementing an Effective Transitional Duty Program in Your Company
Implementing a well-designed, effective transitional duty program in your company is a winning proposition for everyone, beneficial for both your employees and your business. So what, exactly, does an effective program consist of? Helpful guidelines on best practices for these programs are offered by a variety of insurance and risk management professionals. Here is an outline […]
