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Winter weather conditions may reduce the effectiveness of surfacing materials The Risk Cooperative recommends that school districts follow the provisions of the U.S. Consumer Product [...]

Are you planning any long drives during the cold-weather months? Follow these winter driving tips to ensure you arrive safely: Get a grip. With good [...]

A safety committee can be an important tool in your district’s overall safety program. The committee provides a forum for employees and administration to work [...]

The key to preventing harm to school employees (and students) is to establish a good safety program. An effective safety program addresses the specific needs [...]

Winter will be here soon. Now is the time to begin preparing your school buildings to protect them during harsh weather conditions. Have emergency telephone [...]

Consider the following when using your computer mouse. Location It should be located as close as possible to you and the keyboard, preferably at or [...]

Whether they are inside a gymnasium or outside at your football stadium or baseball field, bleachers are subject to wear, weathering, corrosion, abuse and metal [...]

Senior high school graduation parties are a traditional end to a student’s K-12 school career. Very few school districts in Washington State actually sponsor the [...]

The United States Secret Service in their report Safe School Initiative states, “most attackers engaged in some behavior, prior to the incident that caused concern [...]

Each school day, schools are entrusted to provide a safe and healthy learning environment for students. Families and communities expect schools to keep their children [...]

The spring sports season is here. Here are some sports risk management best practices to follow. Coaches are expected to: Follow the rules and regulations [...]