Prevent injury with these stretches for construction workers It’s no secret that construction workers hold probably the most grueling jobs in the nation. Injuries are unfortunately commonplace, from a sprained wrist or ankle, to a debilitating fall or even a fatality. Safety issues are a constant focus, including safety meetings, use of safety harnesses, equipment… Read More
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Common respiratory hazards in the workplace
Breathe easy: What common respiratory hazards are at your workplace? We know that tobacco smoke and vaping are threats to pulmonary health. But commonplace occupations may present inhalant hazards without a worker even knowing. To protect the pulmonary health of your tribal workforce, it’s wise to take a closer look at your operations, adding appropriate… Read More
How you can minimize earthquake damage and injury
Share these earthquake safety tips with your business clients to minimize risk Most of the nation assumes California is the primary state affected by earthquakes. But that’s not necessarily true. While the West Coast (California, Oregon and Washington), along with Hawaii and Alaska experience the most quakes, every state can potentially experience temblors. Producers, provide… Read More
Foot safety in the workplace: Safety from the ground up
Walk this way to foot safety in the workplace Summer weather has arrived, and with it, sandals, flip-flops and other casual footwear. While more comfortable in hotter weather, these styles may not always be the safest choice for the workplace. Feet are often overlooked when it comes to anticipating potential injury, but the right footwear… Read More
How to safeguard your customers’ privacy
Safeguarding the privacy of customers’ information You already know how important it is to safeguard customers’ privacy and data, and have no doubt taken steps to do so. But often, small businesses may not have the robust security to withstand hackers’ tricks. They may assume that since they’re small potatoes, hackers will assume they’re an… Read More
Put it on paper: Tips for effective workplace policies and procedures
Is it time to review and revise your workplace policies and procedures? When was the last time you reviewed workplace policies and procedures? Considering the ongoing pandemic, it may have been a while. Even in the best of times, policies and similar documentation are often written off as a “one and done” event. Policies are… Read More
Preparing for a workers’ benefits audit
Tips for your workers’ benefits audit It’s audit time for expiring workers’ benefit policies, whether it be a physical or telephone audit. Our goal is to prepare our mutual clients for the auditor’s visit or call. Here are workers’ benefits audit preparation tips for you to provide your clients on how to avoid paying additional… Read More
Safe digging projects: Don’t dig yourself into a hole
Many projects require a shovel or other excavator – laying an irrigation system, installing a fence, landscaping, maintenance, and so on. While digging may seem like a fairly safe activity, pre-existing underground utility lines may pose hidden threats. According to the Common Ground Alliance, an underground utility line is damaged once every six minutes. This… Read More
How to prevent fraud in your insurance agency
How to prevent fraud: What steps to take to protect your agency and your tribal clients As insurance specialists, we hear about insurance fraud all the time: claims fraud. Fraudulent or incomplete information on an application. But today we’re talking about potential fraud within your agencies, committed by your agents, your managers or even the… Read More
Basic Ladder Safety in the Workplace
Use ladders safely so workers don’t fall down on the job At some point or another, we’ve all needed to retrieve an object or perform a task at a height that’s just beyond our reach. When that happens, are your tribal employees reaching for approved ladders or stepstools or the most convenient substitute? Ground-level falls… Read More