SFM-The Work Comp Experts

July 15, 2024

Here’s a look at the latest updates and milestones for SFM’s underwriting staff over the past few months of 2024.

June 20, 2024

SFM Mutual Insurance Co. announced today that the Star Tribune has ranked the workers’ compensation insurer as the eighth best place to work among midsize employers in Minnesota for 2024.

June 12, 2024

Aponte will bring her financial expertise to the nonprofit hospital group — she’s volunteering as a Community Member on the Children’s Minnesota Hospital investment subcommittee.

May 15, 2024

Supporting an aging workforce benefits everyone

May 14, 2024

Register for Driving Safety, an SFM webinar for policyholders, set for 10-11 a.m. CDT Wednesday, June 26, 2024.

May 10, 2024

A number of changes to Minnesota's workers' compensation law go into effect in 2024. Gov. Tim Walz signed the bill on May 8, 2024. The legislation contains 50 sections with amendments to chapter 176, many of which are technical or cleanup provisions recommended by the Office of Administrative Hearings.

May 9, 2024

More than 43,000 Americans died in a traffic-related incident in 2022, a number that has been on the rise in recent years. Defensive driving and other safe driving techniques are learned habits. Here are some tips to help equip employees and yourself with the knowledge you need to be safer on the roads.

May 9, 2024

Total Worker Health offers an integrated approach to worker health, safety and well-being with a proactive approach to overall health and wellness.

May 9, 2024

If you use CompOnline, you can create customized reports on your workers’ compensation claims.

May 9, 2024

While injuries commonly occur when lifting or moving is involved, implementing a program that focuses on proper ergonomics can greatly reduce incidents. Challenges with larger muscle groups (primarily the back and shoulders) are often easier to identify and control than those associated with repetitive motion risk factors.

May 8, 2024

Of the 232 scholarships the SFM Foundation has awarded over the years, nearly 95 percent have gone to students whose parents’ employers were not covered for workers’ compensation by SFM Companies. In fact, the SFM Foundation does not consider the work comp insurer when awarding scholarships. We aim to serve the entire community, and more than 60 different insurance companies have had scholarships awarded by our program.

April 2, 2024

Sarah Hunter recently took over as SFM’s VP of Operations.

April 2, 2024

SFM recorded yet another excellent year in 2023, continuing its strong performance across all core metrics, from policyholder retention to new business and total written premium.

April 2, 2024

SFM has made several enhancements to its resource catalog to create a better user experience for policyholders and agents.

April 2, 2024

SFM recently made additional enhancements to its SFM Agency Manager (SAM) system to streamline the process for agents and make SAM more user friendly.

April 2, 2024

While agents often hear frustrations from clients when it comes to dealing with third-party vendors for premium audits, SFM continues to conduct nearly all audits in-house.

April 2, 2024

Remind policyholders to tell injured workers to register for our Claim Connection portal so they can track the progress of their claim.

April 2, 2024

A look at the latest updates and milestones for SFM’s underwriting staff over the past few months.

April 2, 2024

SFM is planning to participate in several 2024 industry events in the coming months.

April 2, 2024

SFM tapped the local art community when adding artwork to its remodeled offices.

April 2, 2024

A fall from a ladder can be devastating, so take the time to make sure your ladder is in good shape with these ladder inspection safety tips.

March 14, 2024

You may have questions about whether your business is required to submit information to OSHA electronically, and what information you will need to submit.

March 8, 2024

When making the case for wellness programs, measuring both ROI and VOI will illustrate the impact the program has on your organization.

March 7, 2024

SFM is making upgrades to its online MyPayroll system with new features and a streamlined process to make it even easier for policyholders to complete annual premium audits.

March 4, 2024

Slips and falls can happen to anyone. Doing what you can to make your floors more slip resistant is one way you can prevent workplace injuries.

February 27, 2024

While office jobs are generally considered safer than others, they do have their own unique hazards. Here are seven tips for office workers to prevent workplace injuries.

February 26, 2024

Choosing to pay a workers' compensation medical bill yourself can create a ripple effect of future problems.

February 12, 2024

In some cases, automobile accidents are covered by workers’ compensation. Here’s what to if you’re involved in a work-related car accident.

February 2, 2024

If your organization treats workplace safety and wellness as two separate initiatives, maybe it's time to start thinking about the connections between the two.

February 2, 2024

Opioid painkiller misuse not only threatens the general well-being of employees, but can create on-the-job safety risks and inhibit recovery and return-to-work.