Is Workplace Bullying Illegal?
Is Workplace Bullying Illegal? Workplace bullying is on the rise. While statistics vary, some studies reveal that nearly half of all workers in America have been affected by workplace bullying, either as a target or as a witness to abusive behavior against one of their co-workers. Merriam-Webster’s dictionary defines bullying as “abuse and mistreatment of […]
Maximize Your Roof Investment With Roof Inspections
Loss Control Insights Maximize Your Roof Investment With Roof Inspections Roof failure is a leading cause of commercial property losses. Neglecting the condition of your roof can increase the likelihood of wind and hail damage, lead to failure and collapse, and accelerate the development of leaks that create mold and indoor air quality issues. Research […]
12 Steps to Hiring the Best Drivers Despite a Driver Shortage
Loss Control Insights 12 Steps to Hiring the Best Drivers Despite a Driver Shortage Whatever your industry—operating a fleet of 18-wheelers, managing buses for a school district or transporting bobcats and tools for a landscaping company—you are probably experiencing a shortage of qualified drivers. “In fact, by 2020, it’s expected that the U.S. will be […]
CAN TOO MUCH OF A GOOD THING BE ALL THAT BAD?
CAN TOO MUCH OF A GOOD THING BE ALL THAT BAD? Managing growth while staying profitable Controlled profitable growth is critical to long-term success. However, growing too fast without properly managing growth can contribute to the demise of any construction company. It wasn’t that long ago when construction spending came to a screeching halt. Many […]
Jump Starting Safety: Preventing Injuries to New Hires
Loss Control Insights for Contractors Jump Starting Safety: Preventing Injuries to New Hires Your Newest Workers are Also Most At-Risk It’s not surprising to most of us that new employees are most at-risk for injuries at work. They may be unfamiliar with the equipment and untrained in safe work procedures. These risks are amplified for […]
LOSS PREVENTION AND SECURITY TECHNIQUES FOR EQUIPMENT OWNERS
MANAGEMENT CONSIDERATIONS Risk management is sometimes considered to be an extra cost that, if avoided, will increase profitability. Not investing time or money in risk management programs may save a few dollars in the short term, but in doing so you increase the risk of major financial loss and/or increased insurance costs in the long […]
CONTRACTOR POLLUTION EXPOSURE EXAMPLES
CONTRACTOR POLLUTION EXPOSURE EXAMPLES Silt/Sedimentation Exposure A Subcontractor is hired by a General Contractor to construct a new office building on vacant, undeveloped land. During the initial clearing/grading phase, the Subcontractor improperly installs silt fencing. Heavy rain occurs for a one week period resulting in runoff of silt/ sedimentation to an adjacent property and stream. […]
Using Technology for Better Ergonomic Outcomes
Loss Control Insights Using Technology for Better Ergonomic Outcomes There’s a lot happening in the realm of ergonomics according to EMC Senior Risk Improvement Innovation Specialist Steven Shaffer. “Over the past 70 years we have collected a lot of data on the capabilities of humans, both mentally and physically. This has given us a good […]
Sidewalk Fixes to Prevent Slips and Falls
Loss Control Insights Sidewalk Fixes to Prevent Slips and Falls Preventing outdoor walkway slips and falls is something you should focus on year-round. For example, in the spring you may notice areas where rain puddles excessively. In summer, you may observe that the soil abutting the sidewalk has dropped a few inches, causing low spots […]
Storm Season Prep: Hailstorms and Tornadoes
Loss Control Insights Storm Season Prep: Hailstorms and Tornadoes Through the spring, summer and fall, thunderstorms pose a frequent danger in many parts of the country. While thunder and lightning are common during thunderstorms, other by-products of those storms can be hail or tornadoes—or both. Tornadoes and hailstorms can cause millions of dollars of damage […]
