Join us for this interactive virtual session as we walk through coverage parts and protections available to members. Cathie Moreland-Hasty, Director of Underwriting, and Marcus Hensel, Managing Director, will review commonly asked questions and areas of importance. They will incorporate …
To view a recording of this presentation, please click here. Another year has passed without any movement toward the retail sale of marijuana in Virginia. However, nothing has changed regarding legally possessing marijuana. This virtual presentation will discuss some of the challenges …
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To view a recording of this presentation, please click here. A vital part of a successful risk management system is establishing processes for identifying hazards before they cause accidents. The main purpose is to prevent incidents, including injuries, property damage, and …
For the City of Colonial Heights, focusing on both the physical and mental health of their public safety employees is crucial. Both the fire and police departments require staff to complete some type of physical activity each day so they …
To view a recording of this presentation, please click here. Theft of catalytic converters is on the rise. Thieves can steal this device in a matter of minutes, sell it to scrap metal dealers, and receive hundreds of dollars for the …
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VRSA is teaming with the Legal & Liability Risk Management Institute (LLRMI) to provide a course that will focus on making policies and training a priority; reviewing fourth amendment legal updates; discussing the recognized high-risk topics for law enforcement agencies; …
On Wednesday, Jan. 9, VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) joins organizations nationwide to recognize National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. “One of the simplest way to show support for law enforcement officers is to simply say thank you,” said VMLIP Law Enforcement …
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A study published last year by California’s Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training estimated that 50 percent of law enforcement officers don’t wear seat belts. In fact, not wearing a seatbelt has been the leading cause of officer deaths …
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Randy Means, Director of Curriculum Development and Quality Assurance for The Response Network, will be providing five seminars addressing law enforcement liability from November through March. The seminars address minimizing the risk of officer misconduct, increasing officer and organizational effectiveness, …
Wearing jewelry provides an outlet for personal expression. In some work environments, however, jewelry creates danger. For those environments the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) offers guidelines for safe use of jewelry and suggestions for when jewelry should not …
The VMLIP 2011 – 2012 Annual Report is now available online. The theme of this year’s report is partnership. Inside, in addition to financial information, readers will find information on how Virginia’s local governmental entities joined together in risk management …
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Late on the evening of July 20, 2012, officers for the Shenandoah County Sherriff’s Office and Woodstock police departments responded to a call regarding a man threatening people with a knife. By the end of the call, several police officers …
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The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) has released a pamphlet summarizing the science behind actions law enforcement agencies can take to improve officer safety and wellness. The pamphlet, entitled “Protecting Our Protectors: Using Science to Improve Officer Safety and Wellness,” …
Picture this – your police officer stops a car for speeding and reckless driving. The driver refuses to sign a summons. The driver becomes argumentative and exits the vehicle with a towel draped over their arm. The driver attempts to …
Read More › “Lawsuits mitigated through VMLIP body camera initiative”
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 …