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.
Protect Your Team: Essential Tips to Prevent Vehicle Accidents
November 06, 2024
PREVENTING VEHICLE ACCIDENTS We have recently observed an increase in vehicle-related accidents across our network. To help ensure the safety of your team and minimize the risks associated with operating vehicles, we want to share a few critical reminders and best practices. On the Road: Practice Defensive Driving: Stay alert, avoid distractions, and anticipate hazards. Maintain Safe Following Distance: Keep a minimum of three seconds between vehicles. Adjust Speed for Conditions: Follow speed…
MOREHow to Protect Your Team from Dangers on the Road
April 04, 2024
Since April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, we want to remind you how dangerous our roads are and how you can protect yourself and your employees. Watch the video below to learn more about the four causes of distracted driving. To watch more of our safety videos and series, subscribe to our YouTube Channel to stay up to date. Please contact the Risk Management Team with any questions. Have an accident and need to submit a First Report of Injury? PORTAL…
MOREDriving Claim Case Study- Cost
May 08, 2023
In our next Claim Case Study Series, the Risk Management Team dives into the events surrounding an automobile driving accident. Scott Hunter, Jay Burton, and Kyle Maske will provide a summary of the claim, ways the claim could have been prevented, and the financial impact of the claim. In the final installment of this series, Kyle Maske discusses the financial impact of the claim and shows you what specifically led to those costs. To watch more of our safety videos and series, subscribe…
MOREDriving Claim Case Study- Prevention
April 24, 2023
In our next Claim Case Study Series, the Risk Management Team dives into the events surrounding an automobile driving accident. Scott Hunter, Jay Burton, and Kyle Maske will provide a summary of the claim, ways the claim could have been prevented, and the financial impact of the claim. In the second installment of the Driving Claim Case Study Series, Jay Burton breaks down the claim to its root cause and explains why it occurred. He will also discuss control measures that could have helped to…
MOREDriving Claim Case Study- Summary
April 10, 2023
In our next Claim Case Study Series, the Risk Management Team dives into the events surrounding an automobile driving accident. Scott Hunter, Jay Burton, and Kyle Maske will provide a summary of the claim, ways the claim could have been prevented, and the financial impact of the claim. In this first installment, Scott Hunter introduces the claim by summarizing what occurred and discussing what you will see throughout the rest of this series. To watch more of our safety videos and series,…
MOREWorking Near Roadways
March 23, 2023
Do you have employees working near roadways? Tune into the video below, where Senior Risk Manager, Scott Hunter discusses the dos and don'ts of working near roadways. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact our Risk Management Department . Don't forget to visit the AlaCOMP Online Safety Library for more safety information regarding working near roadways. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel to stay up-to-date on our safety resources.…
MORESafety Awareness: Trucking Safety Tips
April 13, 2022
Trucking Safety Tips The trucking industry is a vital part of our economy. This segment of industry can also be one of the most dangerous, as truck drivers face numerous hazards. Below are 10 safety tips for truck drivers: Complete a thorough pre-trip inspection. The pre-trip inspection is required under FMCSA regulations. If any deficiencies are found, make sure to report and correct them. Always use three points of contact. When entering and exiting the tractor and/or…
MORESafety Awareness: Defensive Driving
August 08, 2019
Driving an automobile exists as one of the most dangerous tasks performed each day. In the United States, automobile accidents rank as one of the leading causes of death. Depending on location and vehicle type, statistics may be higher. A person dies in an automobile accident every 11 minutes. One in four work-related fatalities involve a motor vehicle accident. Distracted driving kills an average of 9 people and injures more than 1,000 daily. Someone incurs an injury in an automobile accident…
MOREHelpful Tips: Distracted Driving
July 15, 2018
Distracted driving remains a major daily issue across roads and highways. Statistics show distracted driving causes 25% of all motor vehicle fatalities. On a daily basis, there will be more than ten fatalities and 1,000 injuries from distracted driving. It is imperative that companies institute a cell phone and distracted driving policy into existing safety programs. Ensure employees understand the dangers of texting (and other distractions) while driving and remind them to watch for…
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