The onset of winter weather means an increase in workers’ compensation claims, particularly those related to slips, trips, and falls. For public sector organizations, such as municipal services and public works, preventing these claims is crucial to maintaining safety and reducing liability.
Operating snowplows is a critical task, especially in regions prone to heavy snowfall. While these machines are essential for maintaining clear and safe roadways, they also pose significant risks if not operated safely.
Preventing slips, trips, and falls in municipal settings involves a proactive approach with fall protection, housekeeping, and regular maintenance to ensure a safe working environment.
Understanding your rights and responsibilities, and how to react to a surprise inspection can help with safety operations and save you some anxiety. Use this guide to prepare for an OSHA inspection and evaluate the condition of your safety programs.
Water treatment and sewage processing facilities ensure the public has clean drinking water and sanitary wastewater disposal. These facilities depend on technology to operate, opening them up to cybersecurity risks and liabilities.
Contractual Risk Transfer (CRT) is a valuable tool that can be used by municipalities to mitigate the financial risks associated with third-party claims.
Municipalities, towns, and cities inherently face a higher level of risk and responsibility due to their role in providing essential services for the common good.
A well-implemented SDS program is a key component of an organization’s overall workplace safety program, ensuring the well-being of employees, residents, and the environment.
Timely claim accident and illness reporting allows insurance companies to respond efficiently, mitigate potential risks, and manage expenses effectively, resulting in a smoother claims process and more stable insurance costs for employers and workers, ultimately benefiting all parties involved.
A workplace safety training program is a mandatory approach to educate employees about potential workplace hazards, safe work practices, and emergency procedures.
