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The National Occupational Research Agenda Construction Sector will host their annual National Stand-down to Prevent Struck-by Incidents. This stand-down will take place April 15-19, 2024, in coordination with the National Work Zone Awareness Week. The goal of the initiative is to stop, talk and act. Talking about potential struck-by risks on the job site can help prevent struck-by incidents from being the leading cause of death among construction workers.

As we age and reach different milestones in our lives, our insurance needs change. In order to ensure adequate coverage, contact your insurance broker if you’re affected by any of the following life events:

If an office or facility experiences reduced operations or is shut down for an extended period of time, it’s important to address any potential risks that may have developed. Two such hazards that can impact the health of building occupants include the growth of Legionella bacteria and mold—which can flourish in plumbing and heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems that aren’t properly maintained.

This article explains what Legionella and mold are, discusses the risk factors that allow them to grow during extended building shutdowns or reduced operations and outlines measures organizations can take to minimize these microbial hazards before reopening.

Artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot ChatGPT has recently made waves for producing human-like text and communications from user inputs. Accessible to anyone with a computer and internet connection, ChatGPT produces usable written material on a wide range of topics and helps make decisions. These functions are leading many employers to consider ways to incorporate this technology into their organizations to enhance workflows, streamline operations and improve customer experience.

What would you do if your property were flooded? Are you prepared?

The next RxDC report for group health plans and health insurance issuers is due by Saturday, June 1, 2024, covering data for 2023. How should you prepare?

As insurance rates rise and options shrink, many businesses are considering captive insurance to meet their unique needs. Is this approach right for your business?

Effective roof drainage is vital for maintaining the structural integrity of a commercial building. Drainage systems play a pivotal role in efficiently eliminating water and debris from a roof, as well as directing the water away from the building. Despite their importance, proper upkeep of these systems is often ignored.

In 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court will decide several cases—it has already decided one case—that may have a significant impact on employers. It is important that employers are aware of the issues presented in these cases and the potential implications the Supreme Court’s decisions could have on the workplace.

Employers sponsoring group health plans have some flexibility when deciding which groups of employees and dependents will be eligible for coverage. However, there are several crucial eligibility requirements employers should adhere to for health coverage. These rules can be categorized into important eligibility “do’s” and “don’ts” for employers to follow.