On 7/13, OSHA launched a National Emphasis Program to prevent workplace hazards in warehouses and other specific industries. On July 13, 2023, OSHA launched a National Emphasis Program (NEP) to prevent workplace hazards in warehousing and distribution center operations, mail/postal processing and distribution centers, parcel delivery/courier services and...
One way film and camera crews can protect themselves from loss is by having essential insurance that covers rented equipment. Recent headlines show production and camera equipment theft is on the rise in several major metropolitan cities, including Atlanta and San Francisco. Equipment theft from both...
Six ways workers' compensation brokers help companies save money. Workers' compensation brokers play a crucial role in helping companies save money in several ways: Expertise in Insurance Market: Workers' compensation brokers have in-depth knowledge of the insurance market. They understand the complexities of workers' compensation policies, coverage...
The summer months are approaching and along with them comes hot weather. OSHA has targeted temporary staffing agencies as an industry to keep an eye on. Nearly 3 out of 4 fatalities from heat illness happen during the first week of work. Watch the four...
Audits can be daunting for businesses. An IRS or insurance audit or a vendor needing records can be a stressful experience. However, as long as you’re prepared, there is no need to dread an insurance premium audit. This article discusses what a premium audit is, which...
Prescribing Patterns for Drugs Have Mitigated Work Comp Medical Cost Increases A recent report by the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) found that changes in prescribing opioids have impacted drug costs and cost trends for prescription drugs in workers’ compensation claims. Prescription drug costs are a large...
Patient transfers involve moving a patient from one surface to another, such as bed to stretcher, bed to wheelchair, wheelchair to chair, or wheelchair to toilet. When transferring a patient who is too weak, unsteady or otherwise unable to move safely by themself, two trained...
The best way to avoid paying fines for violating Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) standards is to always be prepared for an inspection. Since an OSHA officer has no obligation to inform an employer of the inspection ahead of time, the visit will usually...
Footwear is an important issue for health care professionals, many of whom spend long stretches of time standing or walking throughout the day. Good footwear is essential to worker comfort, but comfort concerns must be balanced with safety. Employer ObOSHA-REGULATIONSligations It might be tempting to assume that...
Regardless of where a film your being shot, a studio in Hollywood, or a quaint, small town in Georgia, you’ll want to speak to an agent with a special understanding of the types of coverage required by film producers. Filmmaking is an enterprise that certainly...