June 9, 2025
Legal aspects of a workplace violence injuryThis is the last in a four-part series of SFM blogs recapping our November 2024 webinar, De-escalation in the workplace, An SFM webinar for policyholders.
May 19, 2025
Benefits of SHARP safety programsBusinesses that take safety seriously may consider pursuing the Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) through the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
May 19, 2025
OSHA launches severe injury report dashboardIn September 2024, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) launched a new severe injury dashboard.
May 19, 2025
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 6, 2025
Incorporating de-escalation into your workplace safety programThis is the second in a four-part series of SFM blogs recapping our November 2024 webinar, De-escalation in the workplace, An SFM webinar for policyholders.
April 29, 2025
An introduction: Workplace violence and de-escalationThis is the first in a four-part series of SFM blogs recapping our November 2024 webinar, De-escalation in the workplace, An SFM webinar for policyholders.
February 17, 2025
Be on your guard for slips and falls all winter longSnow and ice can cause severe injuries at any time throughout the winter season.
February 17, 2025
The use of AI in workplace safetyAI technology has been harnessed of late to expand the ability of safety leaders to train employees, test methods, develop best practices and more.
January 23, 2025
Video highlights danger of falls in parking lotsAs the weather brings colder and more slippery conditions, it’s a good time to remind your employees to walk carefully when outdoors.
November 11, 2024
Winter safety tips and resourcesSFM has compiled a wealth of resources to help keep employees safe during winter. Be sure to share these resources with your safety leaders, employees and others.
November 11, 2024
Why de-escalation in the workplace is vitalWorkplace violence can take many forms, including any act or threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation and other threatening disruptive behavior.
November 11, 2024
Combat the dangers of sitting: Add movement to your workdayHere are four ideas for cutting back on sitting time and adding movement to your day.
October 3, 2024
Legal consequences of a motor vehicle accidentThis is the final piece in our four-part series of SFM blogs recapping our June 2024 webinar, Driving Safety, An SFM webinar for policyholders.
September 23, 2024
Managing safe driving at workThis is the third in a four-part series of SFM blogs recapping our driving safety webinar.
September 17, 2024
The work comp claims process following a driving incidentWhat does the workers’ compensation claims process look like following a driving incident?
September 10, 2024
SFM featured resources: Avoiding common injuriesStart with the basics in workers’ compensation by avoiding common injuries. These three featured resources will help you get started.
September 3, 2024
The data on dangerous drivingThe first in a four-part series about safe driving: Data on dangerous driving from SFM's Driving Safety webinar.
August 19, 2024
Four steps toward building a successful safety programCreating 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.
August 19, 2024
New employee safety: Get your new hires off to a safe startEmployees 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.
August 19, 2024
Preventing injuries among aging workersWhy older workers are more at risk for workers’ comp injuries, and four tips for preventing injuries among older workers.
August 19, 2024
Preventing hand injuries in the workplacePreventing hand injuries in the workplace is vital for a number of reasons.
August 19, 2024
SFM featured resources: School safetySFM has a wealth of resources related to school safety.
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
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.
April 2, 2024
Ladder inspections: What to look forA 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 4, 2024
How floors can help prevent slips and fallsSlips 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
Top seven safety tips for office workersWhile 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.
January 23, 2024
What employers should know about marijuana safety and impairment policiesAn employer's legal marijuana safety and impairment policy options may depend on the level of operations the company has with the federal government.
January 23, 2024
De-escalation tactics can prevent violence in the workplaceEmployees in a variety of occupations can find themselves in situations with the potential to become violent at work. De-escalation tactics can be used to defuse volatile situations so they don’t reach the point of violence.
September 25, 2023
Pre-task planning: Prepare and be aware for successful injury preventionTaking time for pre-task planning allows employees to focus on recognizing hazards and putting controls in place to prevent incidents from occurring.
