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TN Metal-Treating Firm Failed to Learn from Previous Incidents, Safety Board Says

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A French-owned metal-treating company in Tennessee failed to utilize safety management and failed to implement lessons learned from previous incidents before a 2024 explosion that killed one worker and heavily damaged the site, the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation …

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How to Prevent Workplace Injuries and Reduce Workers’ Compensation Claims

Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

For business owners, preventing injuries is key to protecting employees, maintaining productivity, and minimizing workers compensation claims. Damaged or outdated equipment can increase the risk of accidents, so be sure to implement a maintenance schedule and replace worn-out gear regularly.

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10 Mistakes That Blow Up Workers’ Comp Costs (and How to Avoid Them)

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Workers compensation is often misunderstood as a fixed cost of doing businesssomething employers have to accept, manage passively, and simply write checks for. In reality, workers comp costs are one of the most controllable expenses in your organization. But that mindset couldnt be further from the truth.

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Insurance Considerations When Expanding Your Business to a New Location

Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

Without the right coverage, unforeseen challenges—such as property damage, employee injuries, or legal issues—could put your investment at risk. Key policies to review and update include: Commercial Property Insurance to protect your new location against physical damage from fire, vandalism, theft, or natural disasters.

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Why Return-to-Work Ratios Are the Most Overlooked Metric in Workers’ Comp

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When it comes to managing workerscompensation claims, many employers focus on lagging indicators—things like claim count, indemnity costs, and days lost. When workers return quickly—even in modified roles—they stay connected to their routine, avoid psychosocial complications like depression, and recover faster.

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The Hidden Costs of a Bad Hire: Why Employers Can’t Afford to Ignore Hiring Risks

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But when it comes to the workers compensation system, a rushed or poorly evaluated hire can be far more costly than leaving a role vacant for a few extra weeks. He is co-author of the #1 selling comprehensive training guide Your Ultimate Guide to Mastering Workers Comp Costs: Reduce Costs 20% to 50%.

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Blog Post: Formplay: How Insurance Practitioners Can Score with Standard Insurance Policies

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Essential Components of All Primary Insurance Policies Dive into the Insurance Services Office (ISO) form addressing an insurer’s payment of the sums an insured becomes legally obligated to pay as damages because of "loss of electronic data" to which the insurance applies.