Workers’ compensation, also known simply as “workers’ comp,” is essentially an employee insurance program mandated by the United States government to provide funding and healthcare benefits to workers who become […]
OSHA Safety Standards for Commercial Cleaning Services
It can be said that the commercial cleaning industry, comprising of everything from janitors to hospitality cleaners, is the unsung hero of daily business operations. While they may not be […]
How to Prevent Common Forklift Injuries
In any warehouse and on any construction site, forklifts are among the most frequently used pieces of equipment. While they offer an unmatched level of help, they can also be […]
OSHA Coming to Inspect? Here’s What You Need to Know
Most employers won’t find themselves in the middle of an OSHA inspection, but it never hurts to be prepared for a drop-by from the organization. For those employers who do […]
The 4 Most Common Safety Mistakes in the Workplace
Employers across the country are required by OSHA to provide their employees with healthy and hazard-free working conditions to avoid injuries, illnesses and even death. There are some freak accidents […]
How a Workplace Health Program Can Reduce Workers’ Compensation Claims and Costs
Health plans, such as wellness programs, in the workplace are great opportunities for employers to encourage their employees to stay healthy and sharp. And a wellness program, if properly implemented, […]
Keep Your Business Safe from These Common Winter Work Perils
With winter settling in, the cold weather can bring plenty of risks to employees and business owners alike, especially if any work is done outside. For the construction industry, for […]
How Wellness Programs Can Aid Workers’ Compensation
Workplace wellness programs have been getting more attention in recent years with the push for companies to encourage employee health. These programs encourage not only an interactive environment, but compensate […]
Beware of Workers’ Compensation Claim Lag
Businesses, no matter how big or small, don’t want to take time to think about an employee falling ill or having an injury as a result of their job duties. […]
Preventing Falling Items with Proper Storage Practices
Preventing Common Warehouse Accidents > Falling Items In this series of posts, we’ve explored some of the most common warehouse accidents, including how to prevent forklift injuries and slips and […]
Preventing Slips and Falls in Warehouses
Preventing Common Warehouse Accidents > Slips and Falls In this series of posts, we’ve explored the most common warehouse injuries and how you can avoid them. Forklift injuries rank as […]
Warehouse Safety Best Practices: Use Safe Lifting Techniques
Regardless of what’s stored in your company’s warehouse, it is likely frequently moved around. Your employees probably pull boxes from inventory and stock new products on shelves and pallets all […]
Managing Common Construction Industry Risks
According to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) statistics, each day more than 6 million people work in construction jobs at more than 250,000 sites nationwide. There are more on-the-job […]
Can Wearable Technology Be Used as a Risk Management Tool?
Fitness trackers, Google glasses, medical sensors, smart watches – there is no question that wearable technology has hit the mainstream in a major way. Outfitted with tiny sensors, these devices […]
Florida Workers Comp Rates Could Soon Skyrocket
A May 27 rate filing submission by the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) – which represents 260 Florida workers’ compensation insurance providers – could mean that Florida Workers Comp […]
Is Substance Abuse Hurting Your Business?
Every day, businesses of all sizes and types file Orlando Workers Compensation claims on behalf of employees who become injured or sickened on the job. There are many reasons why […]
Five Common Workers Comp Claims
Especially if you own a small business, you may wonder if you need Workers Compensation insurance. Here’s the short answer: You absolutely need it and can’t afford not to have it. […]
Reducing Injury in Auto Shops
If you operate an auto body shop and question the importance of having a comprehensive Altamonte Auto Body Workers’ Comp policy, consider this fact from the Occupational Safety & Health […]
Preventing Employee Legal Battles
Employees are your number one asset and potentially your number one risk. A Central Florida EPLI policy is critical to protect your business against workers’ claims that pertain to violations of […]
Do Your Employees Travel? Tips to Keep Them Safe
Traveling is often a major aspect of work for employees. If they aren’t traveling with their work, they at least have to travel to and from the office everyday. As […]
Keeping Workers Comp Claims Down
As a business owner, your main priority is to grow your company while providing a safe workplace for your workers. Accidents and workers compensation claims are however inevitable. While you […]
Florida Employers, How can You Reduce Workers Comp Claims?
Workers compensation claims are inevitable in any business. However, with proper training, prevention strategies, and risk management, these claims and associated costs can be minimized. As ignoring these hazards can […]
Court Decision Could Change Orlando Workers Comp System
According to a report in the South Florida Business Journal, the severity of workers’ compensation claims are increasing at a higher rate in Florida than the rest of the country. […]
Is Orlando Workers Comp an ”Exclusive Remedy”?
Is Orlando Workers Comp an ”Exclusive Remedy”? The Florida Supreme Court recently ruled on a worker’s compensation case which could have impacted the entire worker’s compensation system in the Sunshine […]
Orlando Contractors Workers Comp: Call for Fall Prevention
Orlando Contractors Workers Comp: Call for Fall Prevention A recent press release from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports the that four Massachusetts contractors will be facing some […]
Identifying the Signs of Orlando Workers Comp Fraud
Identifying the Signs of Orlando Workers Comp Fraud Workers compensation coverage is a vital part of any Orlando business’s risk management strategy. Orlando workers comp coverage is designed to help […]
Does Orlando Workers Comp Cover Off-Site Accidents?
Does Orlando Workers Comp Cover Off-Site Accidents? Cvent, a well-established corporate event planning and management firm, recently released their annual review of the top 50 business destination in the United […]
Orlando Workers Comp Coverage: Safety Training Tips
Orlando Workers Comp Coverage: Safety Training Tips According to the U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration, training is essential to any employee’s success, from company orientation to ongoing safety training […]
ACA Impacts Extend to Orlando Workers Compensation
ACA Impacts Extend to Orlando Workers Compensation The Insurance Research Council has been speculating on how the newly implemented Affordable Care Act will affect other insurance spheres such as Orlando […]