Insurance & Safety News

There’s nothing like outdoor grilling. Fire in the grill, under hot dogs and burgers, is a welcome sight at the family cookout. But fire anywhere [...]

It will soon be summer, the time when facilities staff takes advantage of unoccupied buildings to do deep cleaning, repairs and maintenance. It’s also a [...]

Accidents occur for many reasons. People tend to look for "things" to blame when an accident happens, because it is easier than looking for "root [...]

Every work site contains hazards, and employees need to know how serious those hazards are. That is why all workers, regardless of expertise level, should strive [...]

It is important to understand that each season brings different driving conditions. Along with warmer weather, spring brings rain and the potholes of last winter. [...]

An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) might sit idle for years without being used; however, it must always be ready to function. Like any piece of [...]

Every year over 100 people die in ladder-related accidents, and thousands suffer disabling injuries. March is National Ladder Safety Month and is intended to raise [...]

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

Your school strong safety program will not be complete without employee participation. Employees operate the equipment, use the tools, and do the tasks that expose [...]

The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recently introduced a new tool to help school staff to identify and assess areas of dampness [...]

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 [...]