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| Dealing
With Independent Contractors |
Public
Entities enter into service contracts on a regular basis. Examples
of such contracted services include lawn maintenance, concessions,
construction, transportation, instruction, and the list goes on. When
entering into a contract, an entity may become liable for third-party
claims.
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| Get
Up and Running Quickly After A Computer Disaster |
Suppose
you open your doors for township one morning only to discover that
water damage from heavy rains the night before has shorted out your
computer equipment, leaving your automated systems in operative.
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| Independent
Contractor Checklist |
CHECK
OUT THE CONTRACTOR
In the event you need a contractor to do work for your entity, here
are somethings to look for and things to do to make sure you get the
best quality contractor for the job.
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| Ouch
That Hurts |
Repetitive
Strain Injuries
Repetitive strain injury is the body's response to excessive and repetitive
demands placed on it. Repetitive strain injuries consist of excessive
wear and tear on the soft tissues of the body (nerves, tendons, etc.).
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| Saying
NO To Sexual Harassment |
Recently,
anti-discrimination laws have been more rigorously enforced. Therefore,
the issue of sexual harassment is not one to take lightly. As victims
slowly gain more confidence in reporting cases, businesses are becoming
increasingly vulnerable to lawsuits.
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| Taking
On A Risk Management Role |
There may not be anything
unusual about your day today, but you never know what tomorrow may
be like. All it takes is one theft, natural disaster, fire, or lawsuit
to change things dramatically over night. That's why risk management
deserves a top spot on your list of priorities.
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| Understanding
Warning Signs and Tags |
The
workplace is filled with a variety of warning signs and tags. Because
OSHA's requirements are frequently nonspecific as far as size, color,
or exact wording on these postings, it's important to spend some time
reviewing your facility's signage to help avoid confusion when it
comes to identifying hazards.
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| Crime-Proofing
Your Facility |
Crime and violence
seem to be everywhere; on the nightly news— in the movies, on
television programs, maybe even at a business down the street from
you. But, you probably never think it will find its way to your company. |
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