Historically speaking, past safety metrics were mostly considered when reacting to an event than preventing the event in the first place. However, this system was limited in it’s ability to achieve zero losses. Many organizations are now favoring what are are called “leading indicators” over ... Read More
Maureen Davis

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Why Your Company Should Start Using Leading Indicators Today
August 25, 2016 | Maureen Davis Topics: Health & Safety
3 Leading Indicators Your Organization Should Implement Today
August 9, 2016 | Maureen Davis Topics: Health & Safety
Our early safety metrics were mostly reactive rather than proactive. By this, I mean that we were correcting hazards after an incident had occurred. The problem with this system is that its effectiveness is limited in the prevention of all incidents. Truth is, we were so focused on preventing a ... Read More
Hurricane Preparedness Week: 5 Tips to Stay Safe
May 19, 2016 | Maureen Davis Topics: Health & Safety, Storm Safety
With hurricane season quickly approaching, Handex would like to take this opportunity to remind our readers, clients and friends how to prepare and stay safe during a hurricane. The unexpected can happen in the blink of an eye, so it is important to be prepared and have a plan. Tropical cyclones ... Read More
As of today, April 21, 2016, Handex has achieved 688 days without any worksite injuries. This accomplishment represents our commitment to health and safety while demonstrating our ability to maintain a culture of accountability. Read More
The experience modification rate (EMR) is a rating that insurance companies provide for regulatory agencies to evaluate safety standards in the workplace. However, relying on lag time indicators such as EMR ratings often does not give the entire picture. Leading indicators, or how companies are ... Read More
Handex is proud to announce that exactly one month ago, on January 24, 2016, we reached a huge milestone of 600 days without any worksite injuries. This accomplishment represents our commitment to health and safety while demonstrating our ability to maintain a culture of accountability. Read More
How to Achieve A Great EMR Rating
February 17, 2016 | Maureen Davis Topics: EMR Rating, Health & Safety
The Experience Modification Rate (EMR) is a term used in the insurance business – specifically in workers’ compensation insurance – to describe the adjustment of an annual premium based on the cost of past injuries and the probability of future risk. EMR ratings can have a major impact on a ... Read More