Understanding OSHA’s General Duty Clause and Ohio PERRP’s General Duty Requirement
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Ohio’s Public Employment Risk Reduction Program (PERRP) are widely known for their detailed safety standards covering hazards in the workplace. Such standards include fall protection, machine guarding, electrical safety, chemical handling, powered industrial vehicles and control of hazardous energy, to name a [ READ MORE... ]
Cost containment in Ohio Workers’ Compensation
Workplace injuries can carry both financial and emotional weight for employers and employees alike. While ensuring injured workers receive proper care remains the top priority, managing the associated costs is also essential to maintaining a healthy workers’ compensation program. In Ohio, employers have three key strategies available to help contain [ READ MORE... ]
OSHA Injury Tracking Application (ITA) Online Submission
OSHA Injury Tracking Application (ITA) Online Submission Happy New Year to everyone!!! Hope you all had a safe and healthy holiday season!!!! Now that 2025 is behind us, hopefully you have finalized your OSHA Injury and Illness Log for 2025 and printed, signed and posted the 300A Summary form in [ READ MORE... ]
2025 Ohio Holiday Sales Forecast
Ohio Holiday Retail Sales to Grow 3.1 Percent, To $32 Billion; Sales Spurred by Strong Job and Wage Growth The Ohio Council of Retail Merchants' holiday sales forecast from the University of Cincinnati Economics Center projects an increase in Ohio 2025 holiday sales of 3.1 percent with total sales of [ READ MORE... ]
Sedgwick safety services
Did you know the Sedgwick Safety and Loss Prevention Department has safety consultants who can assist you and your company with developing and maintaining an effective safety and risk management program. Our goal is to provide professional safety consulting services and the resources necessary for employers to minimize risk, prevent [ READ MORE... ]
Workers’ Compensation and Managed Care – best practices for recordkeeping, documentation and injury reporting
Open Enrollment for MCO selection lasts through Friday, May 23. It is an opportunity for Ohio employers that have state-funded workers’ compensation coverage to select an important resource to organize and resolve workplace injuries. Sedgwick Managed Care Ohio is a key partner for our workers’ compensation program and happens to [ READ MORE... ]
OSHA Top Ten Violations
As the new year begins, many organizations look at ways to improve their safety programs. One way I have found effective over the years is to compare your safety program to OSHA’s Top Ten Violations List. Identifying what OSHA sees in the workplace during their inspections and comparing that to [ READ MORE... ]
Recent court decision: AutoZone v. Industrial Commission
The Ohio Supreme Court has finalized its decision in relation to AutoZone Stores v. Industrial Commission of Ohio. As you may recall, the question before the Supreme Court in this case was whether the injured worker was entitled to temporary total compensation (TT) after being terminated from his position due [ READ MORE... ]
C-159 Recreational Activities Waiver
‘Tis the season that many of our clients host volunteer events in their respective communities. Volunteer work makes us stronger together to serve our people. These employer-sponsored events are considered recreational activities. Many times, employers are cautious about having recreational or fitness activities at their workplaces because of the potential [ READ MORE... ]
Employee Engagement in Safety
Employee engagement in workplace safety is critical for maintaining a safe and productive environment. When employees actively engage in safety efforts, they're more likely to follow protocols, identify hazards and contribute to a culture prioritizing well-being. Employee engagement will differ from company to company depending upon factors such as culture, [ READ MORE... ]
