(Updated 2/26/2024) I know it feels like 2024 has just started, but it’s not too early to start thinking about your 2025 workers’ compensation rates. Every year on June 1, the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) takes a snapshot of your workers’ comp claim expenses to establish your company’s specific rates for the following […]
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Safety measures should be considered on every jobsite. There are different kinds of safety equipment and tools used for various projects to keep workers safe. Minimize the risk of onsite injuries and understand compliance tasks with these safety solutions. eTool | Unified Fall Protection Comparison – Are you confused with all the updates and changes
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The slip, trip and fall category is the third most common type of non-fatal work-related injury in the United States. Recent data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that 50% of all same-level falls resulted in more than 10 days away from work. These injuries are estimated to cost businesses $13 billion in
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According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), one of the most effective ways to promote a safe working environment is to get involved in company safety meetings. Since safety is our top priority, we’ve gathered some tips to help you make the most out of your company safety meetings. Why Safety Meetings These
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Financial stress can be a burden and negatively impact your mental health. During this period of increased inflation, it is essential to understand the relationship between financial and mental wellness so you can apply strategies to help you improve both areas of your life. According to an American Psychiatric Association poll, 87% of Americans are
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Come join us for our 2023 GRIP Safety Advisory Committee* meeting in January and learn from guest speaker Kevin Denis, owner of Work-at-Heights (WAH). The mission of WAH is to provide education, consultation and resources to men and women dedicated to protecting their workers at height. WAH has three decades of experience in industrial, telecommunication,
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Labor and Industries (L&I) recently proposed premium base rates for the upcoming 2024 calendar year and will be adopting final rates any day. While their press release cites a 4.9% increase, this is an average across all risk classes and could be higher or lower for your company. Now is a great time to ask
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Labor and Industries (L&I) recently proposed premium base rates for the upcoming 2024 calendar year and will be adopting final rates any day. While their press release cites a 4.9% increase, this is an average across all risk classes and could be higher or lower for your company. Now is a great time to ask
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GRIP would like to congratulate Northstar Electrical as the first recipient of the annual GRIP on Safety Excellence Award. This award was designed to recognize GRIP members who exceed safety excellence within the GRIP program. To be a recipient of this award, candidates must meet the following criteria; candidates must have a recordable incident rate
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As we approach the holiday season, ladder use increases as we hang decorations and cope with winter weather. The most recent data from the National Institute for Safety and Health (NIOSH) shows that ladder falls cause roughly 20% of all falls and cost roughly $24 billion every year to businesses. Having a robust Ladder Safety
