In this time of rising insurance premiums, the ability to prevent losses and keep claims low is more important than ever. Companies that have a high number of claims or several severe claims are seeing large increases in workers compensation and other premiums, sometimes as much as double. By taking a proactive approach to safety and loss control and staying involved in the handling of the claims that do occur, a company can take control of its losses. This in turn will allow the company to gain some control on rising premiums, as well as save money associated with losses. In order to help our clients in this effort, Meeker-Magner Company offers a full range of loss control services to guide your company's safety efforts and assist you in reducing losses. Our services can be tailored to meet your specific needs.

Our loss control manager can help you in the following ways to improve your overall loss control program:

• Identify loss trends in your organization, and develop proactive solutions to reduce injuries and costs while potentially improving your productivity.
  
  
• Monitor and negotiate compliance alternatives for clients to meet loss control recommendations from the insurance company.
  
  
• Assist in and monitor the implementation of various safety programs such as lockout tagout, hazard communication, material handling, etc.
  
  
• Visit your facility and propose recommendations to improve overall safety and loss prevention.
  
  
• Answer questions, research new and/ or unclear standards, and other OSHA compliance needs.
  
  
• Provide training or toolbox talks for employees on pertinent safety issues.
  
  
• Help control the high cost of operating a fleet through a driver safety program.
  
  
• Train supervisors in accident investigation techniques, OSHA standards, and recognition of hazards.
  
  
• Provide a monthly safety newsletter.
  
  
• Help establish a return to work program.