Here’s How to Prevent Outdoor Heat Illness for Workers
As temperatures soar during the summer, outdoor workers face increased risks of heat-related illnesses. Whether you're in construction, agriculture, landscaping, or any other field that requires outdoor labor, staying safe in the heat is...
Your 24/7 Support System for Creating a Culture of Safety
When it comes to running your business, nothing is more important than the safety of your employees.
At ICW Group, helping businesses build a culture of safety is our top priority. As your partner in...
ICW Group’s Anti-Fraud Team is Top of Its Field
ICW Group remains at the forefront of industry trends, scams, and exposures within the insurance community. Our entire Special Investigations Unit (SIU) staff are members of multiple anti-fraud trade associations, and several members of our...
Watch for These Common Scams
Did you know the first recorded scam dates back to 300 B.C.? That’s right. Over 2,000 years ago! It's believed that Hegestratos, a Greek sea merchant, purchased an insurance policy on his ship and its cargo...
Fast Food Employee’s Work Comp Claim Doesn’t Stack Up
This case involves a fast-food employee who reported a slab of ice fell on her right arm. She was taken off work and treated for many months, yet continued to allege severe ongoing pain....
Become an Expert in Ex-mods: Your Best Bet for Impacting Your Premium
If your business carries a workers’ compensation policy, you’ve likely heard the term ‘Ex-mod’ or one of its many variations like mod, e-mod, experience mod, or EMR. Ex-mod is short for experience modifier or...
OSHA Forklift Certification: What Employers Need to Know
Operating a forklift requires skill, precision, and, most importantly, the ability to anticipate hazards and a keen awareness of safety standards. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) plays a key role in ensuring...
What Motivates Workers’ Compensation Fraud?
Fraudulent claims can have a tremendously adverse impact on a business’s profitability, the morale of the employee base, and the long-term viability of your operation. Understanding what motivates an individual to consider and potentially...
How Employers Can Help Fraud Surveillance Efforts
Surveillance can be a powerful tool in the defense of questionable and potentially fraudulent insurance claims. Like all tools, however, it's most useful when implemented at the appropriate time, under the correct circumstances, and with...
A Guide to Interviewing Workplace Injury Claimants and Witnesses
Once an employee reports an injury, it's important to obtain detailed information in a timely fashion. This often involves interviewing the claimant, coworkers, supervisors, witnesses, and anyone else involved. We've outlined helpful techniques to...
Five Steps to Ladder Safety
What goes up must come down, right? Hopefully, in a safe manner, especially when working on a ladder. Did you know ladders ranked #3 in OSHA's list of top 10 violations for 2023, and 50 percent...
Your Guide to OSHA Inspections
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspections are a crucial aspect of workplace safety and compliance. For businesses, understanding the ins and outs of OSHA inspections is essential to ensure a safe working environment...
