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Job hazard analysis key to keeping workers safe

3/30/2020

 
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Job-related injuries occur every day in workplaces across the country. Often these injuries happen because employees have not been trained or, over time, have gotten lax in following safe job procedures.
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Tips for successful telecommuting

3/26/2020

 
Telecommuting tips | Friedman Group
As the coronavirus continues to spread, more people are being asked to self-isolate and many employers are scrambling to put systems in place to allow their employees to telecommute. 

Companies that are not set up for telecommuting arrangements have legitimate concerns about productivity, communications, and even the possibility of workers' comp claims stemming from home hazards that may not be typical in the workplace.
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But there are steps you can take to make sure that you keep your employees engaged and on task.

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Should you opt for rental car insurance?

3/25/2020

 
Rental Car Insurance
If you are like most people, it's always in the back of your mind when you decline the car insurance when renting a vehicle while away on vacation or business.

If you've ever opted for full supplemental coverage, you've likely noticed that the cost of your rental skyrockets by more than 50% in many cases. But, if you already have insurance for your personal vehicle, you likely don't need it.
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At what age should you buy long-term care insurance?

3/23/2020

 
long-term care insurance
The specter of having a severe illness or injury that requires long-term care is a scary proposition for most anybody, not to mention the financial obligations you would face.

But trying to time when the best age is to purchase a policy is not an easy decision. Obviously, you don't want to buy the policy too early and unnecessarily spend thousands of dollars on premium over your life for coverage you may not need until you are much older.
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It's time to post your form 300A

3/18/2020

 
Form 300A
We are reminding employers to post OSHA Form 300A from February 1 to April 30.
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Preparing your home for spring

3/16/2020

 
Spring
​Spring is around the corner and, just like you do before winter, it's time to take care of housekeeping items to keep up your home and reduce the chances of problems down the road.

Parts of your home can be damaged during winter's harsh weather, particularly if you have endured storms and unusual weather.

Here are some tips on upkeep - both outside and inside the home - that you should tackle to identify issues that may be developing or to head off future problems: 
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National Nutrition Month: Eating healthy doesn't have to be expensive

3/11/2020

 
National Nutrition Month
Eating a well-balanced diet is a key component of living a long, healthy life. Many Americans think that eating healthy means they have to empty their wallets, which isn’t necessarily the truth. Keep the following money-saving tips in mind next time you’re grocery shopping:
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Preventing workplace eye injuries

3/9/2020

 
Preventing workplace eye injuries | Friedman Group
​According to Prevent Blindness America, more than 2,000 eye injuries occur each day while people are at work. Of these injuries, 10% result in missed days of work and of those injuries, 10 to 20% will cause temporary or permanent blindness. However, almost 90% of these injuries could have been prevented by wearing the appropriate eye protection while on the job.

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Coronaviruses and the workplace

3/4/2020

 
Coronavirus
Coronaviruses are fairly common and don’t typically affect humans. When they do, their effects are usually mild, as in the case of the common cold.
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Helping employees embrace workplace change

3/2/2020

 
Workplace change
Workplace changes are common across all organizations. Although some employees may embrace various changes to company systems or procedures, most individuals find workplace changes to be confusing, stressful, and overwhelming. In fact, a recent study found that 71% of employees who experienced a large company change within the last year were less satisfied with their job than those who experienced little to no change. 
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