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What Does PPE Stand For? A Quick Safety Guide
What Is PPE, and Why Is It Important
Many people ask the question "what does PPE stand for" and our safety experts have the answers you're looking for! Personal protective equipment (PPE) serves as the first line of defense against workplace... more
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The Costs of Distracted Driving
Eyes on the Road Saves Lives
Distracted driving remains one of the most pressing issues on the road today and is more dangerous than you think Even with awareness campaigns and strict laws, people are still distracted by their phones or snacks... more
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Steering Clear: Safety Tips to Reinforce During Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Stay Focused: Avoid Distracted Driving
In order to ensure employees' well-being, an employer must always prioritize safety This is especially true when it comes to driving Distracted driving is a leading cause of accidents and injuries on the... more
Read MoreLight Duty Jobs Help Transition Workers Quickly and Safely
Light Duty’s Role in Returning to Work
Light duty assignments play a key role in Return to Work (RTW) programs They offer flexible accommodations for employees who encounter workplace injuries and illnesses This modified work is typically less... more
Read MoreFFVA Mutual’s Difference
Why FFVA Mutual
FFVA Mutual’s Solutionists work alongside employers and agency partners to build proactive relationships that last Our hands-on approach to workers’ compensation helps us understand the unique needs of our customers, allowing... more
Read MoreHazard Communications: An Employers Guide
Hazard Communications
Hazard communications (HazCom) play a leading role in any workplace safety program by keeping employees and business partners informed about dangerous chemical products, harmful substances and other physical hazards According... more
Read MoreRICE Treatment for Workplace Injuries: Is It Enough?
What Is the RICE Method
Have you ever had a sprained ankle or sports injury If so, you’ve likely heard somebody say to use the RICE method for treatment
RICE therapy is a widely recommended first aid course, often used for acute soft... more
Read MoreHow To Create a Safety Culture in the Workplace
The State of Safety Management
In every workplace, occupational safety should be more than just a policy to meet the minimum requirements for regulatory compliance It needs to be a culture that permeates every level of the organization — a... more
Read MoreSpring Safety Tips For the Workplace
Keep Employees Safe in Warmer Weather
With the hazards of winter months behind us, it’s easy for employers and employees alike to relax when it comes to workplace safety But as the seasons shift, spring brings a new set of weather conditions... more
Read More5 Safety Committee Meeting Topics
Ideas for your Next Meeting
Creating a culture of safety in the workplace is all about collaboration and we’re here to help with safety committee meeting topics By bringing together business leaders, management and boots-on-the-ground workers,... more
Read More12 Monthly Safety Topics to Train Year Round
All Year Round Safety Topics
It’s a new year, and that means it’s time to put workplace safety at the top of your yearly agenda According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, private companies reported a total of 28 million nonfatal injuries... more
Read MoreHow To Prevent a Back Injury from Lifting
What you can do to prevent work-related back injury from lifting
Lots of workers spend time throughout their day lifting weights and moving heavy objects Their jobs might require it but, without the proper techniques, this physical activity can... more
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