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... to remind new workers repeatedly that the more questions, the better. Here's how to encourage safe-mindedness on the job from Day One: Acclimate new hires to workplace safety starts as soon as possible. According to the BusinessKnowledgeSource.com. Web site, orientation is the perfect place to introduce safety training to a new worker. The new hire packet should include a company safety policy that covers generic concerns and resources for additional information so that the employee feels comfortable asking questions. Incorporate safety information in your walk-through of the facility. While showing new workers the lay of the land, point out the safety elements you've built in, such as the location of fire exits and extinguishers, first-aid kits, and eyewash stations. Also, stress less obvious safety features, such as how wide you've made walkways so that forklifts can traverse the area safely, and let employees know that they can make the workplace safer by keeping these pathways clean and clear. Imparting safety knowledge will also make the newcomer feel valued and informed, leading to a more engaged and productive employee. Last, but not least: if you haven't already done so, set up and monitor a comprehensive safety-training program for new hires. Don Phin, JD, CPCM is president of HR That Works, Inc., a firm specializing in management, employment law, and risk management. He serves as the Human Relations Key Consultant for IMMS.com. You can reach Phin, a past president of the American Academy of Employment Law Attorneys, at (800) 234-3304; e-mail [email protected] ; or visit www.hrthatworks.com . Login or Register ( ...

... your Business insurance? IF THEY .. All Articles by CompleteMarkets Editor Comments (0 ) Sample Prohibited Activities (Standards Of Conduct) This content has not been rated yet. CompleteMarkets Editor 4/30/2013 10:39:13 PM PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES (STANDARDS OF CONDUCT) [Company Name] wishes to create a work environment which promotes job satisfaction, respect, responsibility, and value for all of our employees, clients, .. All Articles by CompleteMarkets Editor Comments (0 ) Vehicle Safety, Part 1 This content has not been rated yet. CompleteMarkets Editor , Bill Grieb 4/30/2013 10:35:25 PM VEHICLE SAFETY, PART 1 by Bill Grieb Vehicle accidents are one of the major causes of workplace injury. They include traffic accidents and in-house accidents involving forklifts. Vehicl.. All Articles by CompleteMarkets Editor Comments (0 ) Vehicle Safety, Part 2 This content has not been rated yet. CompleteMarkets Editor , Bill Grieb 4/30/2013 10:35:25 PM VEHICLE SAFETY, PART 2 By Bill Grieb Guidelines All company vehicles and equipment are to be operated in a safe manner and drivers must adhere to all applicable laws. The driver is.. All Articles by CompleteMarkets Editor Comments (0 ) Vehicle Safety, Part 3 This content has not been rated yet. CompleteMarkets Editor , Bill Grieb 4/30/2013 10:35:25 PM VEHICLE SAFETY, PART 3 by Bill Grieb Because half of workplace injuries are caused by vehicle accidents, you can make a substantial difference in reducing your firm's costs by minimizing these .. ...

... lines on this page. Following an earthquake, check the boxes as you compl.. All Articles by CompleteMarkets Editor Comments (0 ) First Aid This content has not been rated yet. CompleteMarkets Editor , Bill Grieb 4/30/2013 10:35:25 PM FIRST AID by Bill Grieb This article discusses medical assistance and first aid requirements. GISO 2400 requirements are listed at the end. MEDICAL ASSISTANCE Employers who are not near .. All Articles by CompleteMarkets Editor Comments (0 ) Vehicle Safety, Part 1 This content has not been rated yet. CompleteMarkets Editor , Bill Grieb 4/30/2013 10:35:25 PM VEHICLE SAFETY, PART 1 by Bill Grieb Vehicle accidents are one of the major causes of workplace injury. They include traffic accidents and in-house accidents involving forklifts. Vehicl.. All Articles by CompleteMarkets Editor Comments (0 ) Vehicle Safety, Part 2 This content has not been rated yet. CompleteMarkets Editor , Bill Grieb 4/30/2013 10:35:25 PM VEHICLE SAFETY, PART 2 By Bill Grieb Guidelines All company vehicles and equipment are to be operated in a safe manner and drivers must adhere to all applicable laws. The driver is.. All Articles by CompleteMarkets Editor Comments (0 ) Vehicle Safety, Part 3 This content has not been rated yet. CompleteMarkets Editor , Bill Grieb 4/30/2013 10:35:25 PM VEHICLE SAFETY, PART 3 by Bill Grieb Because half of workplace injuries are caused by vehicle accidents, you can make a substantial difference in reducing your firm's costs by minimizing these .. ...

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... meetings, others require weekly calls-especially if the industry is subject to constant change as a result of laws, for example, the medical and hazardous waste industries. Not only does it make good business sense to stay in contact with customers, it is also a way of avoiding potential errors and omissions situations. Calls can be in-person or on the phone, depending on the size of the account or degree of servicing the account demands. The purpose of contact is to maintain the degree of control a producer has over current business as well as renewals and additional coverages. In any case, it is critical to build and maintain relationships within the account with a number of key personnel. The following case study clearly exemplifies why contact is paramount: An agent who had a particularly sensitive account with a forklift manufacturer made sure to visit the factory every Monday morning to provide loss-control services as well as to maintain customer contact. This agent wrote the account for 15 years, until she retired. During that time, she built a significant income from that one customer. Practice pro-active account management for your clients. Don't wait 90 days before the x-date to discover a client has been without coverage on a key activity for the past six months. As you attempt to reach key individuals within accounts, always be courteous to gatekeepers and show interest in them as people. Gatekeepers are the secretaries, receptionists, and other people whose job is to screen calls and find out the caller's intent on behalf of their bosses. Remember that gatekeepers are people, too. Most agents and other salespeople treat them as ...

... meetings, others require weekly calls-especially if the industry is subject to constant change as a result of laws, for example, the medical and hazardous waste industries. Not only does it make good business sense to stay in contact with customers, it is also a way of avoiding potential errors and omissions situations. Calls can be in-person or on the phone, depending on the size of the account or degree of servicing the account demands. The purpose of contact is to maintain the degree of control a producer has over current business as well as renewals and additional coverages. In any case, it is critical to build and maintain relationships within the account with a number of key personnel. The following case study clearly exemplifies why contact is paramount: An agent who had a particularly sensitive account with a forklift manufacturer made sure to visit the factory every Monday morning to provide loss-control services as well as to maintain customer contact. This agent wrote the account for 15 years, until she retired. During that time, she built a significant income from that one customer. Practice pro-active account management for your clients. Don't wait 90 days before the x-date to discover a client has been without coverage on a key activity for the past six months. As you attempt to reach key individuals within accounts, always be courteous to gatekeepers and show interest in them as people. Gatekeepers are the secretaries, receptionists, and other people whose job is to screen calls and find out the caller's intent on behalf of their bosses. Remember that gatekeepers are people, too. Most agents and other salespeople treat them as ...

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... A series of surveys have found that during the interview process most interviewers made the hiring decision within the first 10 minutes of the interview, and then spent the next 50 minutes justifying their decision. We buy cars the same way: We know the car we want to buy from an emotional standpoint, and then search for objective data to justify the emotional decision. We all know that "facts tell, but emotions sell." Remember that the best con artists attract infatuation. Just because someone "looks" right for the role doesn't' mean that they will be. Guard against this by having co-interviews, follow-up meetings, and co-employee interviews. MISTAKE #6 : BAGGAGE Everyone carries some baggage somewhere. For some of us, the baggage is the belief that a woman can't operate a forklift, a man can't be a nurse, or a minority can't be an executive. This baggage has nothing to do with reality. Orchestras were traditionally dominated by men. To remove any preconception about what makes a better musician from the hiring process, orchestras began to engage in "blind auditions" in which a curtain is literally placed in front of the performers. As a result of these auditions, women started being hired at twice the rate as before based on the quality of their sound, not the way they looked. The fact is the best and brightest aren't going to always look and act the way that you think they should. Seeking out diversity isn't just important to placate the EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) . It's an absolute necessity in today's competitive economy. MISTAKE ...