January 09, 2025 / Safety, Wildfires, Workers Compensation
California Wildfire Resources
Wildfires can not only devastate our homes, communities, and beautiful landscapes, but also significantly harm air quality, posing serious health risks. Wildfire smoke contains harmful chemicals and particles from burning trees, vegetation, structures, and vehicles. While outdoor workers are more at risk, everyone can be exposed and should know how to protect themselves.
December 23, 2024 / Small Business, Safety, OSHA
New Small Business Checklist Free App from OSHA-NIOSH
The OSHA-NIOSH Small Business Checklist App is a free tool designed to help small businesses improve workplace safety and health.
November 11, 2024 / Safety, Agriculture, OSHA
Agricultural Field Operations Safety and Health Guide
The recently updated "Safety and Health in Agricultural Field Operations" guide is a comprehensive resource developed by Cal/OSHA to help ensure the safety and health of agricultural workers
August 22, 2024 / Workers Compensation, Safety, OSHA
What to know about Indoor Heat Illness Prevention
Effective July 23, 2024, California Code of Regulations, Title 8, section 3396 requires California business owners to have an Indoor Heat Illness Prevention Program
May 30, 2024 / Workers Compensation, Safety, How-To Guide
Workplace Safety Training Videos
New Workplace Safety Training Videos Available From Preferred’s Customer Portal
April 29, 2024 / Safety, Workplace Violence, OSHA, Workers Compensation
Workplace Violence Prevention Plan - “New” Law for California Employers
Beginning July 1, 2024, a new law requires California business owners to have a workplace violence prevention plan in place. What does this mean for California employers?
April 27, 2024 / Veterinary, Claims, Safety, Workers Compensation
World Veterinary Day
Happy World Veterinary Day to all the hardworking professionals who dedicate their lives to caring for our furry friends. As we celebrate the important work of veterinarians, we're excited to announce our new lower program rate on workers compensation insurance for veterinary clinics.
January 29, 2024 / Covid-19, Safety, Workers Compensation
COVID Presumption Ends 1/1/24
Senate Bill (SB) 1159 and Assembly Bill (AB) 1751, which together created a rebuttable presumption that COVID-19 is considered a work-related injury, have now officially been repealed as of January 1st, 2024. Here's what this means for you.
September 29, 2022 / Remote Working, Safety, Workers Compensation
Why Remote Workers Still Need Workers Compensation Insurance
Telecommuters are prone to the same types of injuries on-site employees may encounter while at the office. The key to staying safe while working from home is being mindful of ergonomics.
Ergonomics is administering the arrangement of objects for improved and safer interaction. Utilizing proper ergonomics has many benefits, such as higher productivity and improved employee engagement.
How ergonomic is your home office space? Telecommuters can ask themselves the following: