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Complacency

Can complacency affect workplace safety? Do you know what complacency is? Too busy at work; too set in your ways; too comfortable in the status quo to make any changes. Sound familiar?

General  •  June 30, 2009

Why Establish a Return-to-Work Policy?

Employers of all sizes need to pay attention to safety and the cost of workplace accidents, as well as their bottom line. While accident prevention is the best way to reduce overall injury costs, an effective Return to Work (RTW) Program is the best ...

General, Return-to-Work  •  June 25, 2009

Thinking Outside of the Box—MEMIC Comp Stars

In early June, MEMIC held its Annual Meeting where we recognized 11 of more than 20,000 policyholders for outstanding performance in their workers' compensation programs.

General, Hospitality  •  June 24, 2009

Solving the Blind Spot in the Car: Side Mirror Adjustments

Some of the most serious, yet preventable auto accidents occur because of blind spots in side mirrors while driving. Earlier this week, we posted an article about compensating for the naturally occurring blind spot in your eye, by turning your head t...

General, Transportation, Driving Safety  •  June 17, 2009

What's in Your Blind Spot?

Did you know that the human eye contains a “blind spot?” This occurs because there is a portion of the retina (the light sensing area of your eye that processes the images we see) that contains no light sensitive cells.

General, Transportation, Driving Safety  •  June 15, 2009

Injury Management 201

I want to take a look at the documentation and training needs that come with having a successful injury management program. I'm sure you're aware of the inevitable paperwork that comes with seeing a doctor – from diagnosis, to follow-up treatment, to...

General, Claims Management, Return-to-Work  •  May 12, 2009

The Dork Factor

My coworker, Tony Jones, is an avid motorcyclist. As the weather warms up, Tony felt it was important to start thinking about rider safety.

General, Driving Safety  •  April 30, 2009

Claims Management 101—Using a Preferred Medical Provider

The vast majority of employers I have worked with over the years have written an employee health and safety program that is generally specific to their operations. Unfortunately, there are many times that an important piece is missing.

General, Claims Management  •  April 27, 2009

Spring Is Here—and So Are the Ticks!

The snow is slowly beginning to recede around my homestead, which is an inevitable sign of spring. I know there are a lot of folks in the audience with much greener surroundings and maybe even having mowed the lawn once or twice—boy, do I envy you.

General, Outdoor Safety  •  April 16, 2009

Why Do I Need to Wear This Stupid Hardhat?

How many times have you heard that question? I'd be a wealthy man if I had a dime for each time I had to explain the reasons to an individual or group.

General, Ski, Construction  •  April 01, 2009

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