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1/23/2022
As technology reaches its end of life, organizations must consider how to donate or destroy hardware while ensuring sensitive data is thoroughly erased. VRSA recently donated outdated technology to Tech for Troops, a nonprofit organization based in Richmond that turns …
Read More › “VRSA donates to Tech for Troops”
1/23/2022
If one of your organization’s New Year’s resolutions was to increase training and engagement, VRSA is here for you. VRSA offers a variety of training options, including virtual engagements, in-person learning, and courses available through online educational platforms. VRSA Online …
Read More › “Meet your training goals with VRSA”
1/23/2022
Local government employers have not been immune to the great resignation. While, according to the Harvard Business Review, resignation rates are highest in the tech and health care industries, it is also highest among mid-career employees – impacting most employers. …
Read More › “Employee benefits and the great resignation”
1/23/2022
In accordance with the Virginia Risk Sharing Association (VRSA) bylaws, we are notifying the membership of the annual election for the Members’ Supervisory Board to be held at the VRSA Annual Meeting on May 6, 2022, and soliciting nominations for …
Read More › “Board nominations”
1/22/2022
Each quarter, the Virginia Risk Sharing Association (VRSA) publishes the Gold Star List to show appreciation to members for their timely claims reporting. The list recognizes members that have had workers’ compensation claims during the previous quarter and reported them …
Read More › “Winter 2022 Gold Star List”
12/21/2021
In 2021, public entities continued to face difficult challenges in a consistently changing landscape. Through uncertainty and change, VRSA has held firm. As the most financially sound self-insurance pool in the Commonwealth, VRSA has maintained stable rates and broad protections …
Read More › “2021 Year in Review”
12/08/2021
For law enforcement officers looking for new ways to spark community engagement, the Warrenton Police Department’s “See it in a Different Light” program may provide inspiration. The department has partnered with the Piedmont Dispute Resolution Center to offer an interactive …
Read More › ““See it in a Different Light” with the Warrenton Police Department”
10/27/2021
In 2020 The Town of Blacksburg requested VRSA Risk Management Grant funds for the purchase of six GoPro cameras to attach to public works equipment. The cameras are helping mitigate risk by providing content for staff micro-training sessions. VRSA Senior Safety Consultant Edward …
Read More › “GoPro Cameras Aid Safety Training for the Town of Blacksburg”
10/06/2021
Over the past 12 months, more than 23 VRSA members have experienced unscheduled inspections from Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) – yielding nearly $50,000 in initial citations and fines. Public utilities, trenching activities, water and wastewater treatment operations, capital …
Read More › “VOSH is at your door – what’s next?”
10/06/2021
By Dr. Robin H. Stacia, VRSA’s Inclusion Resident The business case for diversity and inclusion has established that an inclusive workforce at all organizational levels has a meaningful impact on the financial bottom line. The business case is clear – …
Read More › “Getting serious about inclusion”