Workers Comp Questions and Advice
Claims Management, HR Challenges, Other, Risk Management, VlogsThere are 3 questions every organization should put to each level within their organization to get a sense for how aligned they are as it relates to managing employee injuries, near misses and workers comp claims in general. Doing so will open…
NYC Dept of Buildings Local Law 81
Construction Practice Group Content, Loss Control, Risk ManagementA safe work environment starts with good systems and proactive, engaged leadership. Your safety programs success depends greatly on how much of these attributes you bring to the table. Accidents in the workplace are usually caused by lack of…
Pre-Shift Safety Meetings in Construction
Construction Practice Group Content, Loss Control, Risk ManagementIn addition to a number of site safety prerequisites regarding construction superintendents local law 204 necessitates pre-shift safety meetings for workers at construction sites.
A permit holder who requires a site safety manager, site…
How to Spot False Workers Compensation Claims
Claims Management, Construction Practice Group Content, Food & Beverage Practice Group Content, HR Challenges, Human Services Practice Group Content, Other, Practice Groups, Transportation Practice Group Content, Workers Compensation InsuranceYou're probably looking online for an answer on "How to Spot Workers Compensation Claims". Well, it's probably the most often repeated refrain when we speak to folks whose companies are suffering under the high cost of employee injuries. They…
OSHA ISSUES FAQ On CRYSTALLINE SILICA STANDARD
Construction Practice Group Content, OSHA, Other
In a Department of Labor January 23rd press release, after consulting with both Union & Industry stakeholders OSHA published a list of Frequently Asked Questions as it relates to the respirable crystalline silica…
Is Sexual Harassment Prevention Policies Mandatory In Any Workplace?
HR Challenges, OtherIn May of 2018 the City of New York enacted the Stop Sexual Harassment in New York City Act (NYC-SSHA), implementing sexual harassment prevention policies in the workplace. In addition, New York State established their new statewide employer…
The True Cost of Your HR Practices
Construction Practice Group Content, Food & Beverage Practice Group Content, General Liability Insurance, HR Challenges, Human Services Practice Group Content, Risk Management, Transportation Practice Group Content, Workers Compensation Insurance
Employees are the principal foundation of all companies. It is important to realize that there are many different types of employees and the ones you choose to hire will significantly impact how well your business is run. In other words,…
What Does It Mean to Be a Competent Person According to OSHA?
Construction Practice Group Content, OSHA, Risk ManagementWhat does it mean to be a competent person according to OSHA? Are your workers competent? The general idea of competency is defined as having the required ability, skill and knowledge to do something. There are countless employers who state…
OSHA Reporting Guide for 2018
OSHA, Risk ManagementREMINDER ; it's that time of year again. Certain companies by virtue of their size and or their industries are required to post a summary of their injuries at their worksite between February 1st and April 30th. No worries; that's why we built…