Washington, DC – The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently awarded approximately $10.5 million in Susan Harwood federal safety and health training grants to 79 nonprofit organizations nationwide. The grants will provide education and training programs to help workers and employers recognize serious workplace hazards, implement injury prevention measures and… [Read more]
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US DOL Implements New Weighting System for Workplace Safety and Health Inspections
Washington, DC – The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently announced that it has implemented the OSHA Weighting System (OWS) for fiscal year (FY) 2020. OWS will encourage the appropriate allocation of resources to support OSHA’s balanced approach of promoting safe and healthy workplaces, and continue to develop and support… [Read more]
Ohio BWC to Begin Mailing up to $1.5 Billion in Checks
Columbus, OH – The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation will start sending up to $1.5 billion in dividend checks to Ohio employers Sept. 26. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and BWC Administrator/CEO Stephanie McCloud announced plans in May to provide the money to employers following strong investment returns, falling injury claims, and other agency cost savings.… [Read more]
Texas Mutual Pays $623,341 Dividend to Lone Star Auto Dealers Association Safety Group
Austin, TX – Texas Mutual Insurance Company, a policyholder-owned company, recently awarded a dividend of $623,341 to the Lone Star Auto Dealers Association (LSADA) Safety Group, which includes franchised auto, truck, RV, boat and motorcycle dealerships. This year’s dividend from Texas Mutual brings the total dividend payout for LSADA to more than $9.7 million. “Texas… [Read more]
Two-Time Spencer Scholar Megan Miller to Lead Foundation as Executive Director
New York, NY – The Spencer Educational Foundation recently announced the addition of Megan Miller as the Foundation’s executive director. This is a new position and the appointment is effective immediately. At Spencer, Ms. Miller will oversee the Foundation’s day-to-day operations including the administration of grants, the Risk Manager in Residence program for universities, and… [Read more]
US DOL Forms Alliance to Promote Workplace Safety For PA Employers and Employees
Philadelphia, PA – The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has signed a two-year alliance with the Pennsylvania OSHA Consultation Program at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry’s Bureau of Workers’ Compensation to provide employers and employees with information, guidance and access to training resources… [Read more]
NSC Honors Outstanding Contributions to Safety
San Diego, CA – The National Safety Council recently hosted its National Awards Celebration in San Diego, recognizing individuals and organizations for helping make communities, workplaces and roads in the U.S. safer. The event is held annually in conjunction with the NSC Congress and Expo, the nation’s largest annual gathering of safety and health professionals.… [Read more]
NSC Accepting Nominations for 2020 Green Cross for Safety Awards
Itasca, IL – The National Safety Council is now accepting submissions for its prestigious Green Cross for Safety awards, presented to individuals and organizations that have advanced safety at work, in homes and communities, or in transportation. Winners will have demonstrated continuous improvement, the effectiveness of their actions, the value of their initiative and the… [Read more]
MGA Paragon Launches Nationwide Workers’ Comp Insurance Program
Avon, CT -(PRNewswire)- Paragon Insurance Holdings LLC, a national multi-line specialty MGA (Managing General Agency) based in Avon, Conn., recently announced the addition of a new nationwide Workers’ Compensation Insurance Program. Available to their eligible retail agency partners, the new program is underwritten by Paragon in its San Diego operation on behalf of Clear Spring… [Read more]
Safety National Webinar: Risk Management and Technology 101: Navigating Complexity
St. Louis, MO – Safety National recently announced a new complimentary webinar, noting that risk management technology has continued to evolve over the past decade with the rapid advancement and adoption of consumer technology. These safety programs and systems have created new opportunities and new concerns. In the webinar a panel of experts will examine… [Read more]