Claims & Risk Management

Fall protection and safety is a major concern at the workplace. In fact, OSHA cites injuries from falls as one of its top 10 worksite injuries. Falls and falling objects can result from unstable working surfaces, ladders that are not

Preparing for an unforeseen security threat or disaster is very difficult. Criminal activity, natural disasters and terrorism are all threats to your business, and it is important that you have readiness plans in place to minimize the potential impact of

On any given day, it’s possible to see warnings from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regarding potential threats to our safety. Though it may seem like an unlikely risk, it is also a large one, as you can’t predict

Though they are dedicated to treating those suffering from injury or illness, inpatient health care settings boast distressingly high rates of workplace injury and illness. Accordingly, OSHA has announced that it will be dedicating its enforcement resources to reducing that

Attractive nuisances are man-made conditions on your property, vacant site or active site after-hours that draw trespassers. If children trespass on site due to these conditions, the general contractor on the site can be held liable for any injuries they

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), developing a strong safety culture has the single greatest impact on accident reduction of any workplace practice. This is why developing a safety culture should be a top priority for the

A scissor lift is a large piece of equipment used on construction job sites to provide workers the ability to work at heights. Although they are convenient, scissor lifts can be dangerous when not properly maintained and serviced, used inappropriately or used

Injuries stemming from poor ergonomics are common, especially for electrical contractors. Fortunately, you can avoid them by following the proper work practices. Prefabrication Bending Conduit Use mechanical conduit benders whenever possible. Prefabricate as much conduit as possible to minimize manual

The month of June is National Safety Month and the hot summer days are upon us. In order to protect our workers this season, we need to take proper precautions. Regulating body temperature and staying hydrated are vital, especially during

Saving money, boosting productivity and employing happy, healthy individuals is something every business strives for, and you can do all three by taking one simple step: construction and contracting businesses that establish safety programs and health management systems can reduce

Electrical hazards exist in some form in nearly all occupations. However, those dangers are much greater for workers involved in cleanup and recovery efforts following major disasters and weather emergencies. Downed electrical wires can energize other objects, including fences, water