The Importance of a Tribal Worker Benefits Code A Code of Compensation Benefits may not be a frequently discussed topic, but is nevertheless an important subject that should be addressed thoroughly by every tribe. Many tribes already have their own codes of benefits and subsequent dispute forums in place. In those cases, regular reviews of… Read More
Workers' compensation risks
A workplace safety incentive program helps stop accidents before they start
How to curb on-the-job accidents with a workplace safety incentive program Over the past decade, as workplace safety awareness has increased, nonfatal injuries have consistently decreased. However, workplace injuries still occur at a rate of around 2.9 million incidents per year, according to OSHA. These injuries not only result in lost labor, but also a… Read More
5 Steps to preventing restaurant injuries and illness
How to lower your risk of restaurant injuries and illness As a tribal restaurant owner or manager, you’re already aware of the direct costs of an injury or illness, such as higher workers’ benefit premiums. On the other hand, you may not be fully aware of the hidden costs. Besides the medical costs of an… Read More
How lockout/tagout safety can prevent accidents at your tribal business
Control your tribal business risks with lockout/tagout safety Designed to protect employees involved in service and maintenance activities, lockout/tagout safety measures guard against the unexpected start-up of machines or equipment or the release of stored energy that could cause injuries. More prevalent in manufacturing companies, a lockout/tagout safety program can also be used at a… Read More
Confined space safety tips for tribal employees
Employ these confined space safety tips for your tribal workers Working in confined spaces such as ductwork, equipment housings, pipelines or storage bins requires safety practices to protect your employees. These are restrictive spaces large enough to hold a worker, allowing him or her to do the job temporarily, but has a limited entry or… Read More
How to maximize tribal restaurant insurance and minimize risks
Take advantage of your tribal restaurant insurance and take steps to mitigate your risks As a restaurant owner, you’re well aware of the risks that you face daily. That’s why you have tribal restaurant insurance to help cover those risks, should the worst happen: a kitchen knife slip. A customer slip-and-fall in the bathroom. A… Read More
How you can protect your employees – and your company – from Valley Fever
Valley Fever’s on the rise. Learn how you can protect your employees Last year Cal OSHA fined six companies nearly $250,000 for workplace safety and health violations after reports that their employees contracted Valley Fever on a solar project construction site in Monterey County. That’s why we’re dedicating this blog post to Valley Fever: what… Read More
Top ways you can reduce tribal government risk
Strategies that help manage tribal government risk What are the top tribal government risks we see as claims most often? Slip and fall claims at government locations and motor vehicle accidents were at the top, followed by employment practices, disenrollment claims and wrongful arrest. Granted, every tribal land comes with its own host of risks… Read More
Tips for working with an aging workforce while growing your tribal business
Is your workforce graying? Here’s how to work with them If you have an aging workforce, you know how valuable their knowledge and experience are. At the same time, health concerns begin to creep into our graying years, which can disrupt your workflow if you’re not prepared. We’ve compiled many HR and workers’ compensation expert… Read More
5 tools to prevent tribal workplace fall hazards
National Safety Stand-Down Week: Protect your tribal workplace from fall hazards Every year over 300 people die in ladder-related accidents, and more than 10,000 suffer serious injuries. They are the top cause of construction fatalities and account for one-third of on-the-job injury deaths in the industry. Whether your tribal entity is a construction company handling… Read More