Snow blowers are frequently used in municipal settings. Typical uses include clearing of walkways, sidewalks, and small parking areas around public buildings and removal of snow around utilities and stored equipment. Snow blower injuries cross all age group categories, but …
December 4 – 10 is Winter Preparedness Week in Virginia. Is your entity prepared for colder weather conditions? Winter weather can lead to power failures, icy roads, and exposure to cold temperatures. Outdoors you may deal with icy sidewalks, driveways and …
As the holidays quickly approach many are beginning to decorate their offices and homes with lights, upon lights, upon lights. Often strung together using multiple extension cords. However, improper use of extension cords is a common cause of fires and …
By Matt Reid, Senior Safety Consultant Fall is a favorite season for many Virginians. Getting a break from the hot, humid weather and enjoying the stunning fall foliage is looked forward to by many of us. As defensive drivers, we …
For VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) member entities with human resources departments big, small, or nonexistent, VMLIP provides human resource (HR) services free of charge for those with public official’s liability coverage. HR services are provided by Director of Human Resources …
By Glynn Castle, Safety Consultant While driving down a dark, two-lane road at 50 MPH, the glare of an oncoming vehicle’s high beams suddenly appear. As the vehicle approaches it will become more and more difficult to see. It will …
VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) welcomes a new member to the Member Services team. On Nov. 1 Lisa Schenk joined Greg Dickie and Harry McMillen as an account executive in Member Services. Schenk has more than 20 years of insurance industry experience …
All VMLIP member’ staff who “like” the VMLIP Facebook page through December 15 will be entered to win a FREE iPad 2! As an added bonus, you will be in on the latest in risk management best practices, trends, news …
For years law enforcement has relied on dash cams to record what happens while officers are on patrol. Unfortunately once an officer gets out of the vehicle it is difficult to capture video and/or audio of a citizen contact or …
October is National Fire Prevention Month, with the biggest campaign happening Oct. 9 – 15 during National Fire Prevention Week. VML Insurance Programs encourages all of its members to focus on fire safety and prevention during the month of October. …