2018 Year in Review 2018 was another great year to be a member of VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP)! Throughout 2018, VMLIP expanded coverages, launched a variety of new initiatives and shifted our staff focus toward increased listening to member needs and relationship building. …
The VMLIP Law Enforcement Academy launched online in the summer of 2017 with a variety of courses designed for law enforcement, including: Ethics in Law Enforcement, Constitutional Policing, Use of Force, Officer Liability, and more. In 2018, the academy further expanded by …
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Virginia is consistently among the top 15 states with the highest number of deer-vehicle collisions, per Virginia Department of Transportation. Deer-vehicle collisions and deer damage to property continue to increase, primarily due to growing human and deer populations. Over the …
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VMLIP Safety Consultant Edward Shelton has seen the injuries that can occur on playgrounds. “I have two nieces who are active on playgrounds,” said Shelton. He recently earned his Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) designation from the National Recreation and Park Association. …
This fall, six new employment videos were added to the VMLIP Multimedia Library. These include: Diversity and Inclusion For Managers: This DVD teaches managers techniques for setting the tone, preventing discriminatory behavior, accepting each individual and more. Diversity and Inclusion For …
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Did you know there are employment posters that must be posted where “applicants” as well as employees can see them? Generally, federal workplace posters must be displayed or posted in conspicuous places where they are easily visible to all employees …
From VMLIP partner Littler: In an effort to create a win-win solution for both employers and employees, the Department of Labor has extended its pilot compliance program, called the Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID). The purpose of this program is …
Bullying today no longer stops in the classroom. Properly identifying and intervening in bullying incidents can go a long way toward creating a safer space for children to learn – and toward mitigating potential claims. VMLIP offers a number of …
Slips, trips and falls account for 25 percent of all school workers’ compensation claims, and 35 percent of all costs. VMLIP has a number of resources designed to help members educate staff on preventing slips, trips and falls in schools. …
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Telemedicine is revolutionizing the healthcare industry, improving access and reducing costs for patients and providers alike. With digital health technology more advanced than ever, and virtual consults that put both parties face to face, telemedicine is able to offer streamlined …