May 10, 2024
New changes to Minnesota workers’ compensation lawA 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 10, 2024
Why early return-to-work benefits your employees and bottom lineStrong return-to-work programs lead to better outcomes for injured workers and can help control workers’ compensation premium costs for employers.
May 10, 2024
Outdoor hazards to watch for during warm weather monthsWarm weather is not without its own risks, especially for people who work outdoors. Watch out for tripping hazards, heat stress, severe weather and insects.
May 9, 2024
Safe driving practices for employeesMore 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: What you need to knowTotal 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
Data export feature available in CompOnlineIf you use CompOnline, you can create customized reports on your workers’ compensation claims.
May 9, 2024
Muscular injuries: How to combat common ergonomic challengesWhile 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
Helping students, regardless of who insured the injured: SFM FoundationOf 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.
May 6, 2024
SFM’s Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) reaffirmed by AM BestSFM announced that its Financial Strength Rating of “A- (Excellent)” and Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” have been reaffirmed by AM Best Rating Services, Inc.
April 25, 2024
SFM expands charitable giving, reaches new milestoneSFM has become a member of the Minnesota Keystone Program, which promotes corporate philanthropy by recognizing and honoring companies that donate at least 2 percent of their pre-tax earnings to charitable organizations.
