The whoosh of traffic as cars fly by can be an unsettling feeling, and you probably know it well if you are involved in maintenance work or other short-term operations near roadways. Follow these seven rules for staying safe while working roadside.
Read MoreCargo theft tactics are evolving. From food and beverages to high-end electronics, cargo thieves continue to target commodities that can be sold easily on the black market. Knowing emerging tactics can help businesses recognize their vulnerabilities and prevent potential cargo theft.
Read MoreRemote access or remote assistance scams have become more sinister since they first appeared. With remote access scams, hackers contact employees and obtain access to their computers by disguising themselves as tech support providers. Once the remote access software is executed, the attacker can control the victim’s computer and launch background processes to steal data.
Read MoreAn important part of understanding your responsibility for products and services is to understand how that responsibility is defined by law. Although various states and countries have differing laws relating to enforcement of legal liability, two legal theories typically apply to product liability: negligence and strict liability of defective products.
Read MoreThere are many types of businesses that might require a commercial contract bond as part of their total insurance program. While some people may think of construction when contract bonds are mentioned, service contractors, manufacturers, suppliers/installers and retailers/wholesalers may need a commercial contract bond when they enter into a contract to provide work or perform a service.
Read MoreWith winter ending and warmer temperatures on the horizon, you may be tempted to let slip and fall prevention drop off your radar. But mild spring weather creates the perfect conditions to get outside and conduct fall hazard hunts around your parking areas.
Read MoreEmployers are legally obligated to take reasonable care to assure that their workplaces are safe. Nevertheless, accidents happen. When they do, workers compensation insurance provides coverage. Workers compensation insurance serves two purposes: It assures that injured workers get medical care and compensation for a portion of the income they lose while they are unable to return to work and it usually protects employers from lawsuits by workers injured while working.
Read MoreQR codes were created in the 1990s and have seen a resurgence in use due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Cybercriminals and scammers have been able to create their own QR codes replacing legitimate codes to steal users’ money and personal information. Learn how to help prevent being scammed by fake QR codes by staying cyber vigilant
Read MoreOn Jan. 26, 2023, OSHA announced it issued new enforcement guidance making its penalties more effective to stop employers from repeatedly exposing workers to life-threatening hazards or failing to comply with workplace safety and health requirements.
Read MoreIf you own a landscaping business, you know things happen! Some mistakes aren’t preventable, even when you take every precaution. What can be prevented is how much your business suffers financially when things go wrong. You might think the only mistakes you have to worry about are made in a regular day’s work. In reality, the biggest mistake you can make is not protecting yourself before the mistake ever happens.
Read MoreViolations of workplace health and safety standards and subsequent OSHA citations can impact organizations of all sizes and sectors. In addition to highlighting unaddressed safety hazards, these citations often carry a number of consequences, including costly penalties, diminished workforce morale and widespread reputational damages. This case study outlines a recent OSHA citation and explains what the affected organization could have done to avoid it.
Read MoreDiscovering dishonesty in the workplace can come as a shock to employers. We want to believe our employees are trustworthy, but that trust can be destroyed when a dishonest employee is caught stealing something: merchandise, company secrets, money or security.
Read MoreThe Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is federal legislation that will require LLCs and corporations with fewer than 20 employees to start reporting ownership information to the federal government in 2024. Here are details that may apply to your small business.
Read MoreMany commercial property policies detail duties insureds owe to their carrier following a loss. Failure to fulfill these responsibilities can potentially lead to denied claims, delayed payments and unrenewed or even canceled policies. Here are common duties most policies require insureds to uphold in the event of a loss.
Read MoreThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulates workplace safety in the United States. Is your company in compliance with its codes? By following these four pillars of health and safety compliance, you can uphold OSHA’s standards and ensure a safe workplace.
Read MoreAuto parts and supply stores are a booming business, but employees in this industry face various risks, from lifting and handling materials to cutting open boxes of new stock. Learn what employers can do to ensure workers stay safe on the job.
Read MoreEntering into a contractual relationship can expose your company to significant contract liability. Implementing standard safeguards indicates a well-rounded risk management program that guards against potential losses. An organization should require a contractor to assume liability arising out of the contractor’s negligent conduct, delivery of products, services or activities.
Read MoreWhen a hacker infiltrates your system, paying their ransom demand right away might not be the best approach. One’s first instinct might be to pay, pay, pay. Data is locked up tight, and sensitive client, customer and employee information is on the line … not to mention business reputability and operations. But paying a hacker outright might not be the best first step.
Read MoreSocial engineering scams manipulate individuals into divulging sensitive information via a phishing email or other email compromise - and they are getting more sophiscated. Learn why small businesses must stay vigilant throughout the holiday season and be on the alert for social engineering scams involving fraudulent vendors.
Read MoreAs companies start getting ready for the busy holiday season, many may focus on attracting customers and hiring seasonal workers quickly. However, it’s important to keep employee safety in mind, too. Find out some of the top mistakes employers make when hiring seasonal workers – and what they can do to avoid them.
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