Blog Posts

• Benefits of a Return to Work Program

  posted by Mya Batton on Thursday, July 20th, 2017

  

  It is not always possible to avoid a workers' compensation claim; however, having internal controls in place can reduce the adverse impact of a claim on premiums and experience modifications. One such control is a through the use of a Return to Work Program.

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• Safe Lifting Techniques

  posted by Jamie Badger on Thursday, July 13th, 2017

  

  Lifting is a common activity in the workplace, and it is often forgotten that there are proper techniques that need to be followed to avoid injury.

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• Understanding Your Workers' Compensation Experience Modification Factor

  posted by Jamie Badger on Thursday, July 06th, 2017

  

  A key to understanding your workers' compensation premium is the experience modification factor, also known as your mod. Understanding your company's mod and the data used to obtain it helps you identify ways to minimize your workers' compensation premium.

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• OSHA Signals Intention to Delay Electronic Reporting

  posted by Jamie Badger on Thursday, June 29th, 2017

  

  OSHA indicated it will not be ready to receive electronic workplace injury and illness reports by the established deadline.

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• Understanding Contract Language

  posted by Mya Batton on Thursday, June 22nd, 2017

  

  Our team at Professional Solutions Insurance Services has compiled a few common contractual terms that may raise a risk management flag or two.

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• Reporting Occupational Injuries & Illnesses to OSHA

  posted by Jamie Badger on Thursday, June 15th, 2017

  

  The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers with more than 10 employees to record occupational injuries and illnesses. Certain low-risk industries are exempt from this requirement.

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