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How SFM reduces policyholders’ e-mod

SFM uses several methods to help bring down policyholders' experience modification.

Check premium audit status in SAM

You can now see whether your customers have submitted their premium audit information in SFM Agency Manager (SAM).

Remind South Dakota policyholders to submit independent contractor form

General contractors or contractors who sub-contract work to independent contractors should remember to have the sub-contracted individuals complete the South Dakota Affidavit of Exempt Status form.

Join the SFM Foundation for its 2024 fall event

Set for Nov. 7, the foundation's 2024 fall event will be held at the Westin Edina Galleria in Edina, Minn.

Injured workers can now text SFM directly

In October 2024, SFM made it easier for injured workers to connect with the company by adding a new texting feature.

Legal consequences of a motor vehicle accident
Legal consequences of a motor vehicle accident

This is the final piece in our four-part series of SFM blogs recapping our June 2024 webinar, Driving Safety, An SFM webinar for policyholders.

Managing safe driving at work
Managing safe driving at work

This is the third in a four-part series of SFM blogs recapping our driving safety webinar.

The work comp claims process following a driving incident
The work comp claims process following a driving incident

What does the workers’ compensation claims process look like following a driving incident?

SFM featured resources Avoiding common injuries
SFM featured resources: Avoiding common injuries

Start with the basics in workers’ compensation by avoiding common injuries. These three featured resources will help you get started.

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Why you need to watch out for workplace bullies

The Workplace Bullying Institute estimates that 60.3 million U.S. workers are affected by bullying. Here are tips to prevent it in your workplace.

Data on dangerous driving
The data on dangerous driving

The first in a four-part series about safe driving: Data on dangerous driving from SFM's Driving Safety webinar.

Four steps toward building a successful safety program

Creating an organizational culture where everyone is dedicated to building and maintaining a safe work environment requires commitment to safety from the top down. It’s everyone’s job to set an example and make safety part of the foundation of your organization.

New employee safety: Get your new hires off to a safe start

Employees are at higher risk of injuries during their first six months on the job, according to SFM claim data. Effectively training new employees on safety can be challenging, but it’s key to protecting and retaining quality employees.

Preventing injuries among aging workers

Why older workers are more at risk for workers’ comp injuries, and four tips for preventing injuries among older workers.

Why employers should get to know medical providers

Building relationships with the local doctors most likely to treat your injured workers lays the groundwork for teamwork between you, the physician and your insurer.

Preventing hand injuries in the workplace
Preventing hand injuries in the workplace

Preventing hand injuries in the workplace is vital for a number of reasons.

Strong hiring and communication processes can improve your bottom line

Here are some steps employers can take to improve workers’ compensation practices and save time and money.

Employers should report claims early to avoid penalties
Employers should report claims early to avoid penalties

Report claims as soon as possible and keep an open line of communication with your SFM claims representative.

SFM featured resources: School safety
SFM featured resources: School safety

SFM has a wealth of resources related to school safety.

SFM Foundation golf events recap, fall events set

Catch up on the 2024 SFM Foundation golf events and mark your calendar for the Iowa and Minnesota fall events.

SFM market share continues to grow in 2024

An update on SFM's market share, midyear 2024.

Minnesota paid leave laws and workers’ compensation benefits

Employers may wonder how these statutes intersect with workers’ compensation benefits.

Federal and state OSHA fines: 2024

There are several state OSHA fines to be aware of, in addition to federal standards.

Communicate premium increases due to endorsements

Billing changes due to endorsements can catch policyholders off guard. When agents receive a notice of an endorsement, they can help ease the concerns of policyholders by alerting them right away.

Independent contractors: New DOL rule

A new U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) rule regarding who qualifies as an independent contractor took effect in the spring of 2024.

SFM promotional videos now available

Promotional videos about SFM are available on YouTube.

Driving safety webinar recording available

The recording of SFM’s recent webinar on safe driving and the implications for workers’ compensation is now available for agents and clients.

Upcoming e-mods available in SAM

You can find a wealth of information on current policies in SFM Agency Manager (SAM), including the upcoming e-mod for policies that are renewing soon.

SFM Foundation golf events raise $160,000

2024 golf events in Minnesota and Iowa raised more than $160,000. In total, more than 260 golfers came out for the events, and sponsors continued to help bolster the fundraising effort.

SFM attending industry events – summer and fall 2024

SFM is attending several industry events during the summer and fall of 2024.

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