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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

The Costs of Distracted Driving

Eyes on the Road Saves Lives Distracted driving remains one of the most pressing issues on the road today and is more dangerous than you think Even with awareness campaigns and strict laws, people are still distracted by their phones or snacks... more

Steering Clear: Safety Tips to Reinforce During Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Stay Focused: Avoid Distracted Driving In order to ensure employees' well-being, an employer must always prioritize safety This is especially true when it comes to driving Distracted driving is a leading cause of accidents and injuries on the... more

Light Duty Jobs Help Transition Workers Quickly and Safely

Light Duty’s Role in Returning to Work Light duty assignments play a key role in Return to Work (RTW) programs They offer flexible accommodations for employees who encounter workplace injuries and illnesses This modified work is typically less... more

FFVA Mutual’s Difference

Why FFVA Mutual FFVA Mutual’s Solutionists work alongside employers and agency partners to build proactive relationships that last Our hands-on approach to workers’ compensation helps us understand the unique needs of our customers, allowing... more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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