Category Archives: Blog Post

Warehouse Safety

Warehouses can be dangerous places. Speed and efficiency are vital, which means moving vehicles, heavy foot traffic and goods flowing in and out.
Glass, pottery, ceramics, bricks and artificial stone are also made with crystalline silica. Crushing, drilling or cutting these minerals creates a superfine dust that people breathe into their lungs. Silica dust exposure can lead to severe health problems or death.

How Does Your Benefits Broker Get Paid?

Most brokers earn commission from insurance carriers. Others charge fees for services provided. Greater transparency in these payment methods can help you control rising health care costs. But, more importantly, a clear picture of how your broker is paid can lead to a long-term, strategic relationship that benefits you and your employees. Working with a broker is often the first step in creating a comprehensive employee benefits plan.

Not Just Dust: Crystalline Silica Dangers in the Workplace

Crystalline silica is a common mineral found in the earth’s crust. Sand, stone, concrete and mortar contain crystalline silica.

Glass, pottery, ceramics, bricks and artificial stone are also made with crystalline silica. Crushing, drilling or cutting these minerals creates a superfine dust that people breathe into their lungs. Silica dust exposure can lead to severe health problems or death.

Workplace First Aid Checklist

Every worker has the right to a reasonably safe workplace. Understanding workplace first aid kit requirements is an important way to protect your employees and stay compliant with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.