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Don’t Wait for Disaster: Steps You Can Take to Ensure Fire Safety in the Workplace
Workplace Fire Safety Training
It’s no secret that the US has a fire problem: The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) published that every 21 seconds, a local fire department responds to a fire emergency When it comes to workplace... more
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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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Hazard 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
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RICE 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
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How 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
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Spring 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
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5 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
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How 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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Workers Comp Insurance: Why FFVA Mutual
Solutions Focused on Your Success
At FFVA Mutual, we believe safeguarding employee health and safety is a pillar of running a successful business That’s why we offer personalized safety services and safety training at no cost to our... more
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Prevent These Top 10 Most Common Workplace Injuries
Common Injuries and Prevention Tips
In 2023, there were over 26 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses reported in the private sector, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics So what’s causing the most employee injuries, and how... more
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The Top 5 Safety Topics in 2023
Year in Review: Top 2023 Blog Posts
As we bid farewell to another year and prepare to welcome a new one, it’s important to keep workplace safety top of mind Nearly four years out from the beginning of the pandemic, we’ve seen a lot of... more
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The Keys to a Successful Workplace Safety Program
Learn Proactive Safety Measures
No matter what business you’re in, a strong foundation for success should include an effective safety program Reasons for having one are numerous — overall, it motivates, supports and provides employees with a... more
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