Employee engagement in safety Employee engagement in workplace safety is critical for maintaining a safe and productive environment. When employees actively engage in safety efforts, they're more likely to follow protocols, identify hazards and contribute to a culture prioritizing well-being. Employee engagement will differ from company to company depending upon factors such as culture, leadership, employees and the current safety program. Regardless of the type of safety program you have, involving
C-159 recreational activities waiver ‘Tis the season that many of our clients host volunteer events in their respective communities. Volunteer work makes us stronger together to serve our people. These employer-sponsored events are considered recreational activities. Many times, employers are cautious about having recreational or fitness activities at their workplaces because of the potential of an employee getting injured and filing a workers' compensation claim.Read more...
Cost containment in Ohio workers’ comp As most employers know, the financial and emotional impact of a work-related employee injury can be significant. While the primary goal is to ensure the injured worker receives appropriate care, minimizing the costs associated with the accident should also be a focus for employers.Read more....
Workers’ compensation enrollment deadlines approaching Enroll now! Sedgwick has mailed Group Rating and Group Retrospective Rating enrollment and reenrollment materials to qualifying employers. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to save significantly on your workers’ compensation premium. In addition to annual premium savings, Sedgwick, our endorsed Partner, is proud to deliver full-service workers’ compensation claims management and cost containment strategies to nearly 60,000 hard-working Ohio
Cold weather safety As the warm temperatures begin to drop, we all know that cold weather is right around the corner. This should remind us that we must change our thinking from heat safety to cold safety. Cold weather hazards can be just as dangerous to our employees as the heat, so it is imperative we take the steps to protect them from these hazards. Hazards such as immersion, frostbite and hypothermia are just a few cold stress conditions that are dangerous to our employees. Training employees on these
Workers' Compensation Fraud The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) is tasked with protecting the integrity of Ohio's workers' compensation system. One way BWC does this is by identifying and preventing fraudulent activities from workers, employers and health-care providers. Fraud undermines the financial stability of the system and impacts honest workers and businesses. Fraudulent activities can come from multiple sources, including workers, employers and providers. Understanding the signs of fraud
The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) offers employers many different rating, bonus and rebate programs to encourage cost control, return to work, efficiency and safety. If you are interested in enrolling in a BWC program, or are already enrolled, here are some important deadline dates to remember. If you have any questions, contact our Sedgwick program manager, Julia Bowling at julia.bowling@sedgwick.com or 513-218-4062. READ MORE....