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Road Tests: Who Can Give Them?

January 31, 2017 – A road test should be given by a motor carrier or a person designated by it. However, a driver who is appointed by the motor carrier must be given the test by an individual other than him or herself. The test should be conducted by a designated person who is competent…

Enforce Fleet Safety Procedures Before an Injury Happens

Nov. 21, 2016 – Some organizations wait until an injury has occurred before enforcing employee safety protocols around commercial vehicles and customer locations. Distributing monthly or weekly tips to your teams is a useful way to keep safety procedures top-of-mind for your employees. Below are a few safety procedure examples your employees should be doing…

Avoid Slips, Trips, & Falls this Winter

Nov. 16, 2016 – Winter is coming and that can mean periods of icy or snowy weather. While we work diligently to remove snow and ice from walkways and building entrances, you may still encounter slippery surfaces while walking to and from your vehicle, or if you’re working outdoors. We offer the following tips for…

Fire Prevention Awareness Month

St. Paul, Minn. (Oct. 5, 2016) – No matter what type of business operations are occurring at your workplace, fire safety should always be a leading concern. Below are some items to assist you in preventing fires at your organization. Fire Prevention Preparation Checklist Does your organization have fire extinguisher inspections and employee training monthly?…

North Risk Partners Acquires Roth Insurance in Annandale

St. Paul, Minn. (Oct. 3, 2016) – North Risk Partners, one of the largest independent insurance agencies in Minnesota, has acquired Roth Insurance Agency, a 59-year-old agency based in Annandale, Minn. The deal, effective Oct. 1, grows North Risk to 15 locations statewide, from Roseau in the North to Rochester in the South. “Our focus…

Gayle McCann Named Overall Employee Benefit Adviser of Year by EBA Magazine

St. Paul, Minn. (August 31, 2016) – Employee Benefit Adviser Magazine recently named Gayle McCann, partner, president, and risk advisor at North Risk Partners – Johnson McCann Division insurance agency in St. Paul, The Employee Benefit Adviser of the Year 2016 (overall winner). McCann was chosen for this national award by the editorial team at…

OSHA Compliance: What’s in Your Workplace First Aid Kit?

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) does not require specific contents of first aid kits due to workplaces varying widely in their degree of hazards. Many employers find it useful to refer to a list of basic first aid supplies, provided by OSHA, which references the American National Standards for Minimum Requirements for Workplace First…

Driver Safety: 10 Tips for More Restful Sleep

Whether your drivers are local or not it is important for drivers to get quality sleep. Here are ten tips to help your drivers (and anyone really) feel more rested. 1. Try to go to sleep and get up at the same time every day. It helps set your body’s internal clock and optimize the…

DOT Compliance: Verifying Driver Physicals

The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires commercial vehicle drivers to have physicals administered by medical professionals who have been trained by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). It is the employer’s responsibility to verify the medical professional is registered. To find a certified medical professional near you, visit the FMCSA National Registry. You can also use…

Outdoor Worker Safety: 7 Ways to Protect Against Poisonous Plants

The risk of poisonous plant exposure is at its peak when employees work for long periods outdoors. Symptoms of exposure can occur from direct contact, from resins, oils (such as urushiol), or juices, as well as by UV/sunlight (phyto-photo) reactions. Protect your employees from poisonous plants with these five prevention measures. 1. Know the poisonous plants most…