Laundering Safety Sheets, towels, gowns, blankets and other washable items used in health care facilities often come in contact with body fluids that can be dangerous for those who wash them. Contaminated and soiled linens can carry diseases, such as HIV and hepatitis. If you’re handling or washing laundry items during the course of your […]
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Work Comp Insights | Medical Provider Fraud
Medical Provider Fraud Although your workers’ compensation policy is intended to help cover the expenses that result from an employee becoming ill or injured on the job, various parties may attempt to abuse this coverage by committing insurance fraud. And while you may think that only employees can participate in such fraud (e.g., falsifying an […]
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Legal Update| OSHA Launches OSHA Cares Initiative
OSHA Launches OSHA Cares Initiative On March 18, 2026, OSHA announced the launch of its OSHA Cares initiative. This is an agencywide effort focused on helping businesses meet federal workplace safety requirements while building strong, successful safety and health programs that benefit employers and workers. Background OSHA Cares highlights the ways OSHA can support employers […]
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Playing it Safe | Nursing Home Safety Precautions
Nursing Home Safety Precautions As an employee of a nursing home, you are subject to many stressors on your body throughout the day. This may include lifting heavy or awkward equipment, rolling food carts, pouring food out of heavy pots, reaching into containers, making repairs and doing housekeeping chores. Performing such repetitive and strenuous tasks […]
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Safety Matters | PPE for Injury and Illness Prevention
PPE for Injury and Illness Prevention The American health care system is one of the largest industries in the country, and with about 18 million workers today, it is the fastest-growing sector of the U.S. economy. Fortunately, injuries and illnesses have been decreasing for the health care industry, but that doesn’t mean you can take […]
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Live, Well Work Well | May 2026
Breaking Down Mental Health Stigma May is Mental Health Month, a national health observance dedicated to shedding light on mental health conditions and fostering understanding and support for those experiencing them. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), more than 1 in 5 adults experience mental illness each year. Despite the prevalence of […]
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Mental Health Minute | May 2026
Recognizing Mental Health Month Mental Health Month, observed each May, is an opportunity to recognize the importance of mental well-being, reduce stigma and encourage open, supportive conversations. This month invites reflection, education and action, reminding us that mental health is an essential part of overall health. Mental Health Month also serves as a reminder of […]
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Work Comp Insights | Preventing Workers Compensations Claims From Remote Work
Preventing Workers Compensations Claims From Remote Work The proportion of remote workers surged during the initial onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, some employees have gradually returned to the office, but a considerable share either continue to work from home full-time or utilize hybrid arrangements. Over the years, this trend has posed new occupational […]
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Work Comp Insights | Artificial Intelligence and its Impact on Workers’ Compensation
Artificial Intelligence and its Impact on Workers’ Compensation Recent years have seen artificial intelligence (AI) surge in popularity. Such technology encompasses machines, computer systems and other devices that can simulate human intelligence processes. In other words, this technology can perform a variety of cognitive functions typically associated with the human mind, such as observing, learning, […]
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Safety Matters | Different Type of Lift Aids
Different Types of Lift Aids Properly using lift aids can improve both your safety and the patient’s safety during transfers. There are several types of lift aids, and it is essential to know when and how to use them correctly. Two Main Operations of Lifts Lift aids can generally be classified into two main categories: […]
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