Every year, an estimated 800 deaths and 18,000 injuries cripple the workforce solely as a result of workers operating machinery. Since the Industrial Revolution, the momentum behind increased production and productivity has come from one main source: machines. They have allowed for the advancement of business, but have also provided one of our current era’s […]
Director and Officer insurance is protection for the leaders of a company for when something goes wrong involving them. Some examples include wrongful acts, improper management, or errors in judgment. Many private companies aren’t familiar with this insurance. A few things to keep in mind as D & O insurance becomes more prevalent in […]
Just like poor training or unwarranted spending, poor floor protection is a culprit that results in huge costs every year, no matter how unsuspecting it may seem. Every day, 25,000 slip, trip, or fall at work. This adds up to around $70 billion in claimed payouts every year. Luckily, there is a solution for bare […]
When deciding on acquiring a contractor for a job, it is almost never a smooth, easy process. A contractor or specialized worker is sometimes necessary last minute. For that reason, it’s helpful to develop a plan for screening contractors and determining which one is best. There are a few key steps to take in order to […]
There have been some recent trends in new pieces of personal protective equipment, or PPE. For example, equipment is becoming more personalized and comfortable. New respiratory devices are being produced that allow users to have facial hair, and equipment is becoming more lightweight and breathable. In addition, there is a lot of exciting news regarding […]
Ordering a pizza, listening to music, getting a mortgage. All are examples of normal activities that have adapted with the emergence of computers. It is no wonder that insurance has also taken part in this advancement into the new era. However, this new, innovative idea that combines insurance with computers holds a name that the […]
Too much of a good thing is a very real thing when dealing with insurance. Sometimes less is better when dealing with repair work coverage. What makes it even worse, is that a lot of people struggle to understand the complexities of endorsements.Seen as work coverage enhancements, repair work endorsements oftentimes provide no additional benefit. […]
New York City’s Department of Buildings released requirements for Site Safety Training. For workers employed on projects with an active Site Safety Manager, Site Safety Coordinator, or Construction Superintendent, the following rules will be in effect as of March 1, 2021: You are required to complete at least 40-62 hours of DOB-Approved Site Safety Training. If […]
Recently, a new bill was passed that will revolutionize sexual harassment laws in the state of New York. When it comes to sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace, a few main changes have been made. First, there is a lower threshold to report a claim. In the past, an act had to be deemed […]