Is Our Physical Abilities Testing Program Legally Compliant?
As national providers of physical abilities testing, we occasionally get the panicked phone call or email from one of our employer clients asking us what we know about a particular lawsuit or legal case they just read about on the internet. Frankly, I’m glad our clients stay on top of the latest information. In an […]
OSHA Approves Kinesiology Taping as First Aid
When minor worker injuries occur on the job, first aid is typically rendered. However, under OSHA regulations, there is a fine line between what is considered first aid and what OSHA labels medical treatment. Knowing exactly where that line is matters to employers in terms of staying in compliance with OSHA workplace regulations, most specifically […]
Pre Employment Physical Abilities Testing in the Trucking Industry
We occasionally encounter trucking organizations who feel that they can’t afford to do pre employment physical abilities testing on their driver applicants. They are desperate to get drivers behind the wheel. They have product to deliver and they’re watching revenue elude them. It’s frustrating for sure, and they feel they just can’t take the time […]
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 […]
How to Reduce the 5 Most Common Construction Industry Injuries
The construction industry is one of the most hazardous industries in terms of serious work-related injuries, lost work time, disability, and on-the-job fatalities. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 856 worker fatalities occurred in the construction industry in 2013, accounting for more than 20 percent of total worker fatalities. OSHA reports that 3.8 of […]
How Pre Employment Testing Can Decrease Employee Turnover
Every employer is concerned about employee turnover. Losing employees hurts business no matter what sort of industry you’re in. Productivity falters, as does morale in the workplace – especially if that workplace is left understaffed. These factors can have far-reaching effects on everything from workplace safety and efficiency to employee and customer satisfaction and ultimately, […]
