AlaCOMP provides news and OSHA Updates to all members. Each entry is packed with vital safety tips, updates to claims processes and information on the annual seminar devoted to safety and workers’ compensation subjects.
Claim Case Study Series Pt. 1 Overview
January 23, 2023
In 2023, we will bring you a Claim Case Study each quarter. We will provide a brief overview of the claim, the cause of the claim, and the overall financial impact of the claim. March is Ladder Safety Month, and in honor of that, we are bringing you our first quarter Claim Case Study on Ladder Safety. In this first video series, we will provide a brief overview of the claim and the injuries the worker received due to the accident. Click below to watch the video. To watch more of our safety…
MOREPersonal Protective Equipment
December 28, 2022
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is the least effective control measure according to the hierarchy of controls. However, in addition to other control measures, PPE can effectively protect employees from workplace injuries. In this video, Jay Burton will discuss commonly used PPE in the workplace and how a Job Hazard Analysis can help determine what PPE your company should utilize. If you have questions or need additional assistance, please contact our Loss Control Department . You can find…
MOREService Industry Claims
December 28, 2022
Service Industry Claims The new year is right around the corner, and it's a great time to see which injuries might affect your industry the most. We have taken the time to break down the most reoccurring causes of injuries and the most costly for our service industry accounts, including dine-in and take-out restaurants. Typically, we write a “Top 5” list, but it became apparent during our gathering of the claims data that three causes far outweighed the rest for service…
MOREModified/Light Duty
December 28, 2022
What is modified/light duty? Do you have modified/light duty for injured employees to return to work? Modified/light duty is a great platform to implement in your workplace to help injured employees who are not fully recovered (per their doctor) return to work with limited capacity duties. Various modified/light-duty tasks can be implemented depending on the scope of work at your place of business. To learn more about modified/light duty, click the video below: We understand there are…
MOREHoliday Ladder Safety
November 29, 2022
Holiday Ladder Safety Are you planning on hanging Christmas lights this year? Remember to place your ladder on a level, stable surface. Breaking an arm in a fall (or worse) is no fun anytime, let alone during the holiday season. According to World Health Organization, the US leads the world in ladder deaths. Each year, there are more than 164,000 emergency room-treated injuries and 300 deaths caused by ladders. Falls from ladders are the leading cause of death on construction sites.…
MOREFocus Four Video Series: Caught In/Between
October 28, 2022
" Have you heard of the Focus Four? OSHA recognizes the Focus Four as the reasons the majority of injuries occur in the construction industry. These hazards include falls, caught-in-between, struck-by, and electrical. In this series, AlaCOMP’s Loss Control Department will discuss each of the Focus Four hazards and explain how your team can implement control measures to protect your employees from these common injury causes. What is a caught-in or caught-between hazard? Watch…
MORESafety Awareness: 3rd Quarter Claims Recap
October 28, 2022
For our 3rd quarter claims recap, we have reviewed our claims statistics. We have provided the top 5 types of injuries and injury causes and compared them to our 2nd quarter top 5 claims to look at the trends developing across the fund. To learn about the top 5 claims for the third quarter, please watch the video below: Each of the top 5 claims types can cause devastating, life-altering injuries for your employees. The AlaCOMP Online Safety Library provides information to…
MOREFocus Four Video Series: Electrical Safety
October 28, 2022
Have you heard of the Focus Four? OSHA recognizes the Focus Four as the reasons the majority of injuries occur in the construction industry. These hazards include falls, caught-in-between, struck-by, and electrical. In this series, AlaCOMP’s Loss Control Department will discuss each of the Focus Four hazards and explain how your team can implement control measures to protect your employees from these common injury causes. Electrical hazards contribute to 9% of fatalities in…
MORESafety Awareness: Winter Weather and Cold Stress
October 28, 2022
Winter Weather and Cold Stress With winter approaching, employers should ensure that their workers are adequately prepared for potential cold stress in the workplace. You are likely more familiar with heat exhaustion caused by heat stress than cold stress and its effects. While Alabama is known for its hot summers, winter months can still create atmospheres where cold stress can lead to workplace hazards. With winter approaching, employers should ensure that their workers are…
MORESafety Awareness: Documentation
October 28, 2022
Documentation There is an old adage in the world of administration. The saying is: “If it isn’t in writing, it isn’t!” That fact has never been more accurate than in today’s litigious society. Documentation should begin with your safety program. Your safety program must be in writing, not only for protection against litigation but also for OSHA compliance. We are here to ensure that you know what is required. All training must be documented. Only…
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