January 09, 2025 / Safety, Wildfires, Workers Compensation
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.
August 22, 2024 / Workers Compensation, Safety, OSHA
Effective July 23, 2024, California Code of Regulations, Title 8, section 3396 requires California business owners to have an Indoor Heat Illness Prevention Program
July 23, 2024 / Workers Compensation, Restaurant, Breweries
Effective 9/1/2024, six new WCIRB food & beverage classifications replace 9079 (1) Restaurants
June 14, 2024 / How-To Guide, Workers Compensation
Follow these steps to easily enroll in auto pay and never miss a payment!
May 30, 2024 / Workers Compensation, Safety, How-To Guide
New Workplace Safety Training Videos Available From Preferred’s Customer Portal
May 14, 2024 / Workers Compensation, Claims
A California Workers Compensation Insurance claim can be denied for various reasons and can lead to a complex process. There are typically three options an injured worker may select in the event of a claim denial.
April 29, 2024 / Safety, Workplace Violence, OSHA, Workers Compensation
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
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
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together created a rebuttable presumption that COVID-19 is considered a work-related injury, have now officially been repealed as of January 1st, 2024.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
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: