How to take on workers' compensation and win

Article Abstract:

Photo frame and album manufacturer Burnes of Boston (North Smithfield, RI) was able to reduce workers' compensation costs by 70%, and the number of lost time work days by 93% between 1989 and 1990. The firm attributes its previous problems to the lack of an active injury management program, a support program, and a first-day injury evaluation program. Burnes began to control workers' compensation costs by developing an understanding of the frequency rate of injuries per 100 employees, and the severity rate, or the number of lost work days per 100 days. The steps that Burnes took to reduce workers' compensation costs included selecting one department to manage the program, obtaining the commitment of management, and establishing follow-up programs.

Photographic equipment and supplies, Management, Economic aspects, Finance, Photographic industry, Workers' compensation, Cost control, Burnes of Boston

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Better-Bilt builds a substance abuse program that works

Article Abstract:

Better-Bilt Aluminum Products Inc (Prescott, AZ) established a new alcohol and drug policy in January 1989 that was directly responsible for reducing their recordable accidents 51% from 1987. The important elements of Better-Bilt's successful substance-abuse policy include: clearly defining in an easy-to-read statement the behaviors unacceptable to the company; training supervisors and safety personnel on how to recognize people under the influence of drugs and alcohol; and implementing a continuing education program for employees on drug abuse.

Care and treatment, Laws, regulations and rules, Corporations, Substance abuse, Substance abuse treatment, Better-Bilt Aluminum Products Inc.

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