These standards went into effect on September 23rd.  Are you prepared?

Understanding the new OSHA standards for Silica dust in the construction industry.

Silica is ever-present around us and in the air we breathe. Silica is present in most construction materials, such as concrete, mortar, block, brick, asphalt, stone... The percentage of silica varies by material and geographic location. When these construction materials are cut, drilled, ground it can generate airborne dust containing respirable Crystalline Silica - RCS.

Attention Motor carriers and drivers, if you have an eligible crash that took place on or after June 1, 2017 and evidence to show that the crash was not preventable, you can participate in the Crash Preventability Demonstration Program.

Understanding the new OSHA standards for Silica dust in the construction industry.

Silica is ever-present around us and in the air we breathe. Silica is present in most construction materials, such as concrete, mortar, block, brick, asphalt, stone... The percentage of silica varies by material and geographic location. When these construction materials are cut, drilled, ground it can generate airborne dust containing respirable Crystalline Silica - RCS.

Companies doing business with independent contractors in New York State face additional challenges in mitigating legal liability.

Loss Prevention & Contractors

 Several changes were made to the New York State  Workers’ Compensation Law in the 2017-18 New York State budget. 

The goal of an accurate and thorough incident investigation is not to place blame, but to determine the true cause of the incidentand make changes that reduce the chances of similar incidents occurring in the future.

Todays student can participate in a variety of school sponsored activities which help provide the opportunity to develop friendships, teamwork, and leadership skills.

The snow from Winter storm Stella may have stopped, but the dangers of slip and fall liability hasn't.

How Claim Advocacy At Your Insurance Agency Can Make A Million Dollar Difference.