Welcome to the fall issue of The Comp Connection, FFVA Mutual's policyholder newsletter. |
Get to Know FFVA Mutual's Loss Control Team |
Our Loss Control specialists are dedicated to making your business a safe and healthy place to work. FFVA Mutual offers a variety of complimentary services and resources to help minimize workplace accidents, comply with regulatory requirements, and control claim costs.
Pictured from left to right: Christina Luecke, Ernie Medina, Jose Ramos, David Kohl, Douglas Maglich, Ted Skinner, Raul Gonzalez, Arian Collick, Karen Johnson |
Services Available to Policyholders:
- Assessment of Hazards and Exposures
- Consultation with an Experienced Safety Professional
- Industrial Hygiene Testing (Air, Sound and Floor) and Ergonomic Assessment
- Industry Specific Safety Program Guides and Technical Bulletins
- Information about:
- Return-to-Work Programs
- Claim Cost Savings
- Medical Cost Containment
- Injury and Incident Trending and Analysis
- Online Loss Control and Risk Management Reports
- Regulatory Compliance Audits
- Safety and OSHA Training and Management Development Events
- Webinars
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Loss Control Contacts and Territories:
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Arian Collick |
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North FL & South GA | |
Barbara Kiel |
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Administrative Support | |
Christina Luecke |
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West-Central FL | |
David Kohl |
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KY & NC | |
Douglas Maglich |
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South-Central FL | |
Ernie Medina |
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Central FL | |
Jose Ramos |
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VP Loss Control | |
Karen Johnson |
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Training & Regulatory Compliance | |
Raul Gonzalez |
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South FL | |
Ted Skinner |
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AL, North-Western GA, MS, Western TN |
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Next Webinar: November 13, 2013 |
 Proper Lifting & Back Care
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
10:30 am ET
9:30 am CT
60 Minutes
Preventing back injuries is challenging for any workplace, no matter the industry. Heavy lifting, repetitive movements and sitting at a desk are common culprits. Many employers do not realize that back injuries account for one out of every five workplace injuries and over 25% of lost time at an estimated yearly cost of $7.4 billion.
This webinar will provide information on preventing back pain and injuries including:
- Proper lifting techniques
- Back care tips (for on and off the job)
- The use of lifting aids to minimize costly workplace injuries
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OSHA 30-Hour Training: January 27-30, 2014 |
Join FFVA Mutual for a complimentary OSHA 30-hour construction training course. Created for supervisory or lead-level employees, this intensive course is designed to support OSHA safety initiatives, enhance OSHA compliance and protect employee health and safety. The training will be held in our Maitland, Florida office.
There is no cost for FFVA policyholders (savings of $500+) and every attendee will receive workplace safety handouts, checklists, a CD with the modules presented, attendance certificates and an OSHA 30-hour training course completion card.
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Prevent Cold Stress Injuries in the Workplace
With winter approaching, it's important to remind employees about the signs and symptoms of injuries that may happen when working in cold, windy and wet weather conditions. Many people forget that it does not need to be below freezing for a cold stress injury to occur. Common injuries are frostbite, hypothermia and trench foot.
Cold Stress Injury Prevention Tips: 
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Report Claims Online: Two Easy Steps |
- Login to your policyholder account.
- Select "Report a Claim," complete the form and submit. An email confirmation with the assigned claim number will be sent to you.
View general claims forms on our website.
At FFVA Mutual, our claims management begins immediately upon notification of an injury. Within 24 hours of reporting a claim, your designated claims adjuster team will contact you (the employer), the injured worker, and the medical provider to determine the extent of the injury and establish appropriate claim reserves. |
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We value your opinion!
To improve our services, we are surveying policyholders on our safety education and training programs.
This survey takes less than 5 minutes to complete and responses are confidential.
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Jan.15 |
Defensive Driving | |
Mar. 12 |
JHA/Safety Audits | |
May 14 |
Fall Protection: Slips, Trips & Falls | |
Jul. 16 |
Fire Prevention/ Emergency Evacuation | |
Sep. 17 |
Lock Out/Tag Out | |
Nov. 19 |
Powered Industrial Trucks |
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As of January 1, 2014, the new Florida minimum wage rate will be $7.93 and $4.91 for tipped employees.
Download the 2014 Florida minimum wage poster.
Pre-order 2014 laminated, all-in-one posters (will ship in December). |
Safety Leadership Boot Camp
The Boot Camp held last month in Jacksonville was a success. Don't miss our next Boot Camp in Atlanta scheduled for spring 2014. The date will be announced soon. |
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Hazard Communication & The New GHS Webinar
Over 95 participants joined our webinar to learn more about the OSHA updated standard.
Reminder: The compliance deadline is Dec. 1, 2013 for employers to meet requirements to train all employees who come in contact with, or are exposed to, a hazardous chemical.
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Workplace Safety Tip:
Less accidents + reduced claims = lower workers' compensation insurance premiums!
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Corporate Office
PO Box 948239
Maitland, FL 32794
Tel: (800) 346-4825
Claims Center
PO Box 945927
Maitland, FL 32794
Tel: (800) 226-0666
Fax: (321) 214-0235
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (ET)
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