Wet surfaces present hazards to everyone—including you, the staff and customers. Surfaces get slippery from mopping floors, wet weather conditions, spills and various activities that require the use of water (e.g., dishwashing). Slipping on a wet surface can cause bruises, strains, sprains, cuts, fractures and even head injuries. That’s why it’s important to take steps […]
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An Increase is Expected Labor and Industries (L&I) recently announced proposed 2024 base rates for each of Washington’s 300 industrial insurance risk classifications. When considering all risk classes in the state, the proposal amounts to an average 4.9% increase, although specific risk classes may see rates move higher or lower than that. Much of the
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With Fall comes your first look at 2024 industrial insurance rates. L&I will announce proposed base rates for each of Washington’s 300 industrial insurance risk classifications at the end of September or the beginning of October. Notification of final rates is then sent out in December. Base insurance rates vary by risk class and industry
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Helpful tips for keeping you on your feet. Wet floors, spills and excess clutter can mean disaster for employees, causing many to suffer lost pay and serious pain every year. Injuries caused by slips, trips and falls range from sprained or strained muscles and joints, to broken bones and head injuries. There are several
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Many workplace slips, trips, and falls are preventable by implementing a number of workplace design modification measures and training. Workplace Environmental Condition Modifications Worksite environmental conditions can be modified or improved to reduce or eliminate hazards that lead to slips, trips, and falls. Specific elements of your worksite design that can be improved to prevent
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Being safe is an attitude. Of course, safety means surrounding and supporting a safe work environment through the various rules, regulations, processes, and training established and guided by a partnership between the company and employees. However, when it comes down to it, being safe always starts with the individual and is based on attitude. Many
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(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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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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