2024 Forecast of Ohio Holiday Retail Spending
Retailers highly anticipate the holiday season, which retail businesses historically have relied on to generate sufficient sales to realize profits for the year. Historically, “Black Friday” and “Cyber Monday” are recognized as signaling the beginning of the holiday spending season. The additional sales and activity anticipated by businesses leads to [ READ MORE... ]
Safe Winter Driving
Well, the weather in Ohio is about to change and I don't know about everyone else, but I get pretty nervous driving in winter weather conditions. The cold, blizzards, blowing wind, ice and slippery conditions are some of the hazards that make me anxious. However, to make this time of [ READ MORE... ]
Cost Containment in Ohio Workers’ Comp
As most employers know, the financial and emotional impact of a work-related employee injury can be significant. While the primary goal is to ensure the injured worker receives appropriate care, minimizing the costs associated with the accident should also be a focus for employers. In Ohio, there are three primary [ READ MORE... ]
Workers’ Compensation Fraud
The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) is tasked with protecting the integrity of Ohio's workers' compensation system. One way BWC does this is by identifying and preventing fraudulent activities from workers, employers and health-care providers. Fraud undermines the financial stability of the system and impacts honest workers and businesses. [ READ MORE... ]
Cold Weather Safety
As the warm temperatures begin to drop, we all know that cold weather is right around the corner. This should remind us that we must change our thinking from heat safety to cold safety. Cold weather hazards can be just as dangerous to our employees as the heat, so it [ READ MORE... ]
Ohio Council of Retail Merchants Launches Job Portal Expanding Pathways to Success for Retail and Wholesale Careers
Ohio Council of Retail Merchants Launches Job Portal Expanding Pathways to Successfor Retail and Wholesale Careers As retail and wholesale businesses search for workers, this new platform provides employers with direct access to certified job candidates. COLUMBUS, OH – September 16, 2024 – The Ohio Council of Retail Merchants [ READ MORE... ]
Navigating Ohio’s workers’ compensation system
For most employers, workers’ compensation is one of a thousand items that require their attention daily. Most workers’ compensation professionals will tell you that the best injury is one that never happens. The reality is that there are 257,000 private and public Ohio employers incurring approximately 67,432 allowable injuries in [ READ MORE... ]
Industrial air monitoring in the workplace
Monitoring for indoor air contaminants at work is crucial for maintaining a healthy and productive environment. Poor air quality can lead to various health issues, including respiratory problems, headaches, fatigue as well as affect morale and productivity. Many areas in a facility, such as production, warehouses, chemical storage and offices [ READ MORE... ]
Ohio Sales Tax Holiday Webinar
The following webinar was recorded on July 17, 2024. Ohio’s upcoming and greatly expanded sales tax holiday, July 30 through August 8, 2024, will apply to every sale of a product that costs less than $500, including business-to-business transactions. This is no longer just a back-to-school sales tax holiday. It [ READ MORE... ]
Forklift Safety in the Workplace
Forklifts, also known as powered industrial trucks, play a crucial role in various industries, from manufacturing and construction to warehousing and logistics. However, if not managed properly, their operations pose significant risks to both operators and bystanders. Implementing comprehensive safety measures and adhering to regulations is paramount to prevent accidents [ READ MORE... ]
