When group self-insurance pools were authorized through the Code of Virginia § 15.2- 2703, it was done “for the purpose of providing to the participating political subdivisions risk management services as well as insurance coverage…”
The best claims are the ones you never have to file. VRSA is here to help members prevent and reduce losses by providing a number of risk management services. Whether you need contract review, online training, cybersecurity assistance, or help with human resources, public safety, or communications, VRSA is here to help you Get Out And Look (GOAL), to meet your risk management goals.
A sample of our services is outlined below:
- Appraisals: We contract for regular property appraisals by independent, licensed contractors. Learn more.
- Accident Review: Our safety consultants assist in investigations and provide recommendations to prevent or reduce the risk of future accidents.
- Communications: Members can receive personalized assistance navigating the unique communications challenges of public entities. Learn more.
- CompCare On-Call: Provides access to a registered nurse 24/7 immediately following a workplace incident to provide immediate medical advice and assistance in their treatment decisions via a toll-free number. Learn more.
- Contract Review: We provide contract review at no cost to review insurance requirements, ensuring members do not unintentionally waive rights or accept liability on behalf of another.
- Cybersecurity: Members receive free cyber monitoring as well as a dedicated cyber defense attorney for incident response. They also have access to a security healthcheck application, a sample incident response plan, training & more.
- Driving: Members are provided defensive and distracted driving training to prevent and reduce automobile losses, the second most frequent type of loss for many public entities.
- HR Services: Members receive assistance in mitigating employment practices liability exposure. Learn more.
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Local Government Specialist Peter Stephenson
Local Government Services: Local governments receive assistance in identifying emerging risks and challenges in local government finance, budgeting, compliance, and more from a former town manager with more than 30 years of experience. Learn more.
- Online Training: Free, unlimited training is available through the VRSA Online University, in addition to engagements held monthly.
- OSHA: Safety consultants provide OSHA training designed to identify hazards in the workplace and work with members who receive violations.
- Panel of Physicians: VRSA maintains a valid panel of physicians to assist members in referring injured employees to a physician best qualified to respond to the employee’s needs as quickly as possible. Learn more.
- Policy Review: Members have access to program and policy review from experienced safety consultants.
- Public Safety: Law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services members receive assistance in developing, implementing, and maintaining effective risk management programs. Learn more.
- Return to Work Programs: VRSA staff assist members in creating or implementing a Return-To-Work program, including access to LightDuty Pathway (LDP), an online service providing light duty for workers recovering from an injury. Learn more.
- Risk Management Grants: Our board allocates funds to help prevent and reduce losses. Funds may be used for professional education as well. Learn more.
- Sample Policies: VRSA provides sample policies to mitigate risks in a number of areas, including human resources, public safety, communications, risk management, and more.
- Site Inspections: Our safety consultants are available to conduct site and security inspections to identify hazards that may cause injuries or property damage, as well as provide recommendations. Learn more.
- Telemedicine: VRSA provides access to telemedicine to assist injured employees in accessing a virtual consultation with a healthcare provider at the time of injury. Learn more.
To learn more about our virtual or in-person trainings, view the VRSA Training Calendar here. For more information on our services, contact your VRSA member services representative at 800-963-6800.