Loading docks are raised platforms at warehouses and other storage facilities used to load and unload goods from commercial vehicles, typically tractor-trailers. Although these platforms can promote the seamless transfer of goods and allow for more efficient delivery and shipping operations, they also present unique...
Article based on presentation by Kevin Kilcoyne, Director of Staffing Insurance, Barrow Group/Hilb Group In high-risk operations like warehouses and construction sites, workers’ compensation performance isn’t something you “feel out.” You manage it the same way you manage production: with numbers you trust. Tracking a tight...
In 2026, production insurance isn’t just something you “get” at the end. It’s now a real-world constraint that affects how you plan the shoot, pick locations, hire vendors, build the schedule, and even finance the project. A lot of the market never went back to...
PEO-sponsored Workers' Compensation Insurance has advantages and disadvantages. For some organizations, having a stand-alone policy may be a better alternative. Here is a detailed comparison based on expert sources. Aspect PEO (Professional Employer Organization) Standalone Workers’ Compensation (WC) Payroll Services PEO exclusively handles payroll for enrolled employees, including payroll taxes...
As businesses rely more heavily on vendors for operations and growth, cybercriminals have found new ways to exploit these trusted relationships. One emerging tactic, vendor email compromise (VEC), involves impersonating a legitimate supplier or partner to steal data or divert payments. While business email compromise...
Statistics have revealed that temporary workers in warehouses are more likely to get hurt on the job than permanent employees. According to OSHA, some host employers may not have the same commitment to temporary employees as permanent ones and may be more inclined to assign...
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 Obligations It might be tempting to assume that...
OSHA recently revealed its top 10 most frequently cited standards in the 2025 fiscal year using preliminary data. This information is valuable for businesses of all kinds, as it helps them identify common exposures that affect their workforce and gives them the information they need...
In many industries, forklifts are essential for moving materials and goods. However, when forklifts powered by gasoline, propane and diesel fuel are used indoors or in confined spaces, dangerous levels of carbon monoxide can build up quickly. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas...
Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) protects businesses from claims like wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and other workplace-related issues. These claims are expensive, disruptive, and—thanks to ever-evolving labor regulations—surprisingly easy to trigger. This is where Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) earn their keep. PEOs don’t just run payroll;...