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We know that travel increases the odds of spreading the Flu and/or COVID-19. If you ARE going to travel over the holidays, as many will, here are some precautions you can take. For employers we have prepared sample guidelines and trainings you can implement in your organization.
Read MoreWith COVID-19 cases and vaccines leading the headlines, it's easy to overlook that the flu season is upon us. Click to read more about flu season preparedness.
Read MoreWhile we all love and enjoy the traditions of Halloween, this year we need to be extra vigilant due to COVID-19. Traditional Halloween activities are fun, but some can increase the risk of getting or spreading COVID-19 or influenza. The following are some general recommendations curated from the CDC, OSHA, National Safety Council and more.
Read MoreAB 685 requires employers that receives a notice of potential exposure from a “qualifying individual” to COVID-19 to notify its employees within one business day. In addition, Cal-OSHA’s power has been expanded. Learn what you need to do to comply.
Read MoreTwo new bills have been signed into Law by California Governor Gavin Newsom, effective September 17, 2020. What does this mean for California employers? Click for a webinar overview.
Read MoreAs a reminder, COVID-19 is thought to be spread by respiratory droplets released when people talk, cough, or sneeze. It may also spread to hands from a contaminated surface and then to the nose, mouth or eyes, causing infection. The following are some general safety tips for staying safe during this Labor Day celebration.
Read MoreThe COVID-19 pandemic has caused a disruption in our daily lives, but perhaps a Re-Boot is just what we needed to correct our unconscious behaviors and improve the way we work and live. Click to read more.
Read MoreA new norm of business is upon us. Work From Home (WFH) employees.
To ensure employers (and employees) are prepared for this new type of employment, ESM has developed a framework from which to manage these new risks. Click for compliance tools and best practices.
Read MoreFor a list of Workers’ Compensation questions and answers, click here.
Read MoreAs the threat of the Coronavirus continues to expand globally, it is important that employers develop an exposure control and response plan as well as provide training to impacted employees. To help, ESM has developed training tools for employers to use as a framework from which to mitigate the exposure. Click for more information.
Read MoreServices provided by the Insurance Carrier or Third-Party Administrator are usually dependent on the premium size of an account. What services will help you manage your Workers’ Compensation claims? Here are eight services that can be negotiated with the carrier at policy inception or renewal.
Read MoreBeing proactive with safety is part of our human makeup. Millions of years of evolution has expanded our neocortex all the while storing logic that defines safe and unsafe behaviors. This part of our brain known as the Reptile Brain, understands three behaviors: fight, freeze or flight. Find out about Cal-OSHA serious penalties, hazard assessment and how we can learn from our reptile brain.
Read MoreUPDATE: July 3, 2018
I’m sure you have heard the news and are trying to confirm its validity. Here’s the answer.
Per Cal-OSHA Consultation, NO!
Click to find out more.
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When it comes to the California Workers’ Compensation system, it is much easier to avoid penalizing situations than it is to fight them. So, how do we avoid getting slapped with costly penalties? There are three steps: Understand the Labor Codes driving your exposure, come up with a plan of action to avoid the exposure and implement it. Click to read more.
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The Governor’s proposed 20-21 Budget includes “$17.5 million and 103.5 positions in 2020-21 to 2022-23, funded by various special funds, to implement Chapter 296, Statutes of 2019 (AB 5) and to address increased investigations of worker status, wage claim filings, and workplace health and safety inspections.” Click to read more.
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Watch a webcast on Assembly Bill 1804 & 1805, which went into effect January 1, 2020.
Learn about the new reporting requirements (AB 1804), changes to the definitions of “Serious Injury or Illness” and “Serious Exposure” (AB 1805) and what employers can do to comply.
Read MoreCal-OSHA found Home Depot’s safety policies and prohibition on open-toed or open-heeled shoes did not adequately protect employees. Result was a $11,250 citation, not including the cost of the injury and indirect costs of updating their safety program, appeal, legal fees, investigation time, etc. Click here to find out how to establish a shoe policy
Read MoreWhen a serious injury or death occurs at work, your immediate goals are to:
Reduce the impact of a serious injury to the injured employee and co-workers/witnesses
Manage and reduce the cost of the injury
Comply with legal requirements
Recently, there seems to be an almost palpable and growing concern of violence occurring in our communities, schools and workplaces. At the same time there is a confusing dynamic. The issue of workplace violence seems to dominate our news feeds (and interest) in a very predictable manner; for a few days, or weeks after a high-profile incident occurs, then the energy fades.
Read MoreAn active and effective safety committee whose membership and functions are reflective of the company’s size, complexity, and operating exposures will play a key role in the overall performance of that company. The Safety Committee is established to be of benefit first and foremost to the employees it represents, but it is also established as a safeguard and protector of the Company’s assets.
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