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Self-Inspection Form

Use this sample form to help perform routine inspection of your property’s building and grounds while reducing risk and increasing safety.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
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Pregnancy Discrimination

This bulletin offers risk management guidelines to fairly administer your organization’s pregnancy discrimination prevention policy and accommodation procedures.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Email Phishing Precautions

This resource details what your team should know about phishing emails, provides tips to help you detect malicious emails and information on what to do if you’re a phishing scam victim.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors
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Driver Monitoring Systems

Driver monitoring systems can be used to help identify potential “risky” behaviors for the purpose of mentoring and coaching drivers. Learn more about implementing this type of system with this guide.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Vehicle Backing Procedures

Help reduce the risk of accident and injury from vehicles backing up. Ensure your standard operating and training guidelines mirror the recommended practices in this guide.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | School Bus Contractors | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Winter Driving Tips

Winter driving can be hazardous and scary, especially in northern regions that get a lot of snow and ice. This resource provides safety tips for your employees.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | School Bus Contractors | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Vehicle Accident Report

Use this sample template to create a vehicle accident report for your organization.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | School Bus Contractors | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Vehicle Accident Investigation Preventability

Following a vehicle accident, it is important that management conducts a fair and thorough process while gathering relevant facts. Use this guide to help your organization’s internal investigations.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | School Bus Contractors | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Tree Hazards for Municipalities

Municipalities often have beautiful grounds with large, mature trees. Use this information to help proactively maintain trees and increase safety.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Playground Inspection Checklist

Playgrounds should be regularly inspected to ensure that equipment and surfaces remain safe. Use these two safety checklists to help maintain a safe environment for kids.

TOPIC: Playground Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Municipalities | Miscellaneous Public Entities
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Data Breach Precautions

How much information does your organization store digitally? Is any of it personal information? Use these tips to help protect your data from a breach.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors
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Cyber Self Assessment

This printable checklist will help your team evaluate your data security plan using five key principles.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors
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Drowsy Driving

Use this exercise to talk to your department about the risks of drowsy driving and discuss ways that you can help improve safety.

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Following Distance

Use this tool to start a conversation within your police department about the importance of maintaining a safe following distance on the roadways.

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Navigating Intersections

Remind your police officers of intersection best practices with help from this interactive exercise.

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Patrol Car Checks

Patrol cars are more than a means of transportation – and they require unique inspections. Use this exercise to discuss the importance of pre and post-operational checks.

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Pursuit Driving

Your police department understands just how dangerous and risky a high-speed pursuit can be. Do you have an official policy that addresses possible scenarios and best practices?

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Safe Backing Practices

Police officers drive thousands of miles each year – but that doesn’t mean they don’t benefit from reminders of the basics. Review these best practices for backing with your team.

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Scanning the Road

Even routine calls and operations take extreme precaution on behalf of police officers. Here are six scanning tips and driving reminders for your team.

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Spatial Awareness

Use this interactive exercise to talk to your police officers about spatial awareness on the roadways and how you can help increase safety.

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Speeding

Work through this scenario with your team to help address all of the things police officers should consider before speeding during response.

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
Article

CISA Announcement

In the wake of the Colonial Pipeline cyberattack, the FBI and CISA released a cybersecurity advisory for public consumption on preventing and mitigating ransomware attacks.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Preparing Buildings for Winter Weather

The best way to reduce loss potential due to winter weather is to address exposures in advance.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Automated External Defibrillators

There are more than 356,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests annually in the United States. This bulletin discusses the critical need for AEDs in the workplace and offers guidance on the placement and use of these life-saving devices.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety | School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Municipalities | Water Entities | Miscellaneous Public Entities | School Bus Contractors
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Sexual Harassment

Sexual Harassment

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Sexual Abuse and Misconduct Prevention Policy

This sample policy can help you define sexual abuse, harassment and misconduct, and implement reporting and investigation procedures.

TOPIC: Sexual Abuse Prevention
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Frozen Pipes

Cold weather brings on the risk of pipes freezing, which could lead to significant property damage and costly repairs among other business interruptions.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Fidelity - Employee Theft and Fiduciary Responsibility

This bulletin offers some best practices for managing financial risks within your entity to help you prevent opportunities for Fidelity claims.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities | School Bus Contractors
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Risk Control Program Order Form

Glatfelter offers a variety of training materials and videos to help your organization prepare for the unexpected. Clients receive one complimentary video or USB of each program.

TOPIC: Additional Resources
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Driver Selection Criteria

Vehicles are one of the most important assets and potential liabilities for an organization. Use this guide to help in your organization’s efforts to recruit and hire qualified fleet drivers.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Law Enforcement Training

It’s critical that law enforcement executives, municipal managers and chiefs are aware of training recommendations and requirements – including these four pertinent topics.

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Roof Assessment

Storms involving wind, rain, snow and hail can cause roof damage to your property. Learn how to assess roof damage and best protect your roof with this resource.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
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Wildfire Mitigation and Structure Hardening

Take these actions on a regular basis to help reduce the risk of ignition on or around your structures.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Infrared Thermography

When was the last time your school district had an infrared thermography scan of its electrical and mechanical equipment? This bulletin explains the basics of infrared thermography and how it can benefit your district’s electrical and mechanical systems.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities
Article

eRisk Hub

Resources to help you minimize, respond to and recover from cyber-attacks

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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FBI Cybersecurity Considerations

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) offers insight on ways to better protect yourself from cyber criminals, how to report a cybercrime and their efforts in combating this evolving threat.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Cybersecurity Resources from the Department of Justice

This cybersecurity unit serves as a central hub that offers white papers and additional documents to help you protect yourself from cybercrimes.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Regional Contacts

To better support the security and resilience of critical infrastructure and communities at the regional, state, local, county and tribal levels, CISA has regional offices strategically located in ten CISA regions across the country to help connect their stakeholders to each other and to offer resources to help strengthen cybersecurity. Visit this resource to find your region and contact.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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10 tips to protect your muni from cybercriminals

Help ensure your municipality isn’t the next cybercrime victim. Consider these tips to strengthen your cybersecurity action plan and better protect yourself.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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3 tips for cyber security: changing the game ruled by hackers

You hold important records for your community, making your systems a target for hackers. Consider these 3 tips to help keep your sensitive data secured.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Cybersecurity resources by the International City/County Management Association

To better support you in the race against cybercriminals, ICMA is offering resources that can educate you on the different types of cyberattacks, explain your vulnerabilities and offer tips to help minimize them.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Securing America's Digital Infrastructure

Government Technology offers a central hub for all things cybersecurity so you can easily follow conversations, and find news and resources to help you boost safety and security.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
Article

Cyber Attack resources from Police 1

Find current news, resources and information regarding cyber-attacks that are critical to police officers and police chiefs.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
Article

Law Enforcement Resources from the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

Law enforcement can play a significant role in combatting cybercrime and spreading awareness in their communities. Learn more from the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Cyber Security Resources by CISA:

CISA offers resources available to state, local, tribal and territorial governments to help them identify and manage their cyber risks.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Background Screening

Browse packages that are available through IntelliCorp to help your organization perform comprehensive background checks, minimize risks and review potential hires.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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RiskTool Advantage

Our new online risk management learning tool offers over 100 courses to help educate your team

TOPIC: Additional Resources
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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CISA Ransomware Guidance and Resources

See the new Ransomware resources at cisa.gov.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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CISA Ransomware Guide

Access the Ransomware Guide developed jointly between the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Cyber Essentials Starter Kit

Use this guide to develop an actionable understanding of where to start implementing organizational cybersecurity practices.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Distracted Driving by Police Officers

This sample letter and interactive exercise can serve as a tool to help police departments address distracted driving.

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
Article

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)

There is evidence that exposure to PFAS can lead to adverse human health effects. Learn more here.

TOPIC: General Liability | School Risks | Property Management
INDUSTRY: Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Educational Institutions | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Lightning Protection Guide

There are approximately 100 cloud-to-ground lightning strikes on Earth every second. Each of these lightning bolts can contain up to one billion volts of electricity. With the frequency of lightning strikes and the power of lightning, is it any wonder that lightning damage occurs?

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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HSB Efficiency First - Reduce Losses and Save Energy

When you put efficiency first you reduce losses & save money

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Zoning Issues for Municipalities

Through a permitting system, zoning is used to prevent unauthorized nonconforming use or new development, which harms existing residents or businesses

TOPIC: Property Management | Additional Resources | General Liability
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Lexipol Policy and Training Solutions

At Glatfelter, we’re firm believers in addressing potential problems before they occur to significantly minimize your risk exposures—and that’s why we’ve partnered with Lexipol.

TOPIC: Additional Resources
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Respectful Workplace - Managers

This 19-minute training video educates leadership about workplace harassment, discrimination and retaliation

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Respectful Workplace - Employees

This 20-minute training video educates frontline workers about workplace harassment and their role in maintaining a respectful workplace.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Water Entities
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Drive Safe

This 11-minute “Drive Safe” training video addresses what can be done to drive more safely.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: Miscellaneous Public Entities | Educational Institutions | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Preventing Child Abuse in your Org.

22-minute training video that takes an honest look at child sexual abuse

TOPIC: Sexual Abuse Prevention
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Sexual Abuse & Misconduct: Protection of Minors/Youth

Use these best practices to help protect minors and your organization by defining and implementing a strong sexual abuse and misconduct risk management program.

TOPIC: Sexual Abuse Prevention
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Creating Powerful Social Communications

As the community members that municipalities serve spend more time online, public entity organizations need a solid online presence and an equally solid social media policy. Here’s how to get one.

TOPIC: Additional Resources
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | Miscellaneous Public Entities
Article

Sandbox Safety

Sandboxes can harbor physical, chemical and biological hazards that accumulate in the sand. Help reduce the potential for transmission of disease and enhance sandbox safety with this resource.

TOPIC: Playground Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Municipalities | Miscellaneous Public Entities
Article

Sprinkler Fire System Maintenance and Testing

Municipal buildings and schools need properly installed and maintained sprinkler fire maintenance systems. This guide summarizes maintenance and testing considerations.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
Article

Submersible Pump Lightning Damage

Lightening can strike deep-well submersible pumps and cause damage requiring costly repairs. Explore case histories and develop a safety plan with this information.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities
Article

Submersible vs Line Shaft Water Pumps and Motors

To manage risk, there are several steps that authorities can take when designing, installing or replacing a water pump and motor system. Get information here.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities
Article

Wildfires - Protecting Facilities

Damage associated with wildland fires can be significantly reduced by implementing a Fire Management Plan. Use this tool to develop one for your facility.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
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Workplace Discrimination Based on Language and Accents

Workplace Discrimination Based on Language and Accents

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
Article

Workplace Violence

Workplace Violence

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Playground Safety Rules

Posting rules helps everyone to enjoy the park and playground safely. Here are some examples of rules organizations may want to consider using for their equipment.

TOPIC: Playground Safety
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
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Playground Supervision

Adult supervision is critical to playground safety. This resource walks through important administration and training aspects of an adult supervision program.

TOPIC: Playground Safety
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
Article

Playground Areas and Accessibility

Use this resource to help build and maintain an ADA-compliant playground so that all children have the opportunity to learn through play.

TOPIC: Playground Safety
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
Article

Emergency Action Plan Outline

Emergency Action Plan Outline

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Fire Safety for Commercial Kitchens

Kitchen and cafeteria equipment provide important meals for people, but can also be fire hazards. Use these practices to help your kitchen operate safely.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
Article

Hail Damage Prevention Guide

Hail damage from severe storms occurs every year throughout the country. This pre-set plan can help you reduce risk during hail incidents.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
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Herbicide Application Considerations

Irrigation districts depend upon herbicide use for vegetation on levees and ditches. Use these considerations to help increase safety at your facility.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
Article

Hurricane Preparedness and Response

Hurricanes cause significant disruptions to the operations of water and wastewater facilities. Create a site-specific response plan with this outline.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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HVAC Systems

Did you know that your HVAC systems can be at risk of chemical or biological attack? Help protect your school or municipality from acts of vandalism or terrorism with these tips.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
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Mold Contamination

Uncontrolled growth of mold and bacteria can cause significant health issues and property damage. Reduce your risk with these tips.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Preparing For Winter Storms

Winter storms can mean damage to your property. Use this information to assess your exposures and plan accordingly.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Risk Management Controls for Water Hazards

Bodies of water on municipal properties can present safety and liability concerns. Learn about dangers and ways to prepare with this information.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
Article

Highway Work Zone

Your workers face serious risks while on roadways and in work zones. Remind your crew of these simple ways you can help give drivers advanced notice and understand new roadway patterns.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | School Bus Contractors
Article

Mowing and Weed Trimmer Safety

Lawn mowers and tractors have the potential to endanger operators and bystanders. Talk to your facilities team about the risks and consider these recommendations.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Municipalities | Water Entities | Miscellaneous Public Entities
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Hazard Assessment

This checklist can help your team evaluate your operational risks and determine the appropriate PPE for each task.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Job/Position Description

A detailed position / job description is the starting point of a thorough hiring process.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Miscellaneous Public Entities | Educational Institutions | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Return to Work

Return to Work

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Sewage Spill Clean-up Tips

Did you know there’s a risk of explosion or electrocution while you’re trying to stop or clean a sewer back up? Here are few tips to help you stay safe and clean.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities
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Social Media

Social Media

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities | School Bus Contractors
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Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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USERRA/Military Leave

USERRA/Military Leave

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
Article

Weapons in the Workplace

Weapons in the Workplace

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
Article

Workers Compensation Fraud

Workers Compensation Fraud

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
Article

Ride-Along Sample Policy

Does your department have a “Ride Along” program to help educate your community about your department? If so – or if you’re thinking about creating one – here are a few guidelines for you to consider.

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
Article

Reducing Implicit Bias

Get details on why it’s important for your police department to discuss multi-cultural awareness and implicit bias – plus a few training tools for leadership to consider.

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
Article

Use of Force

Here are a few things municipal leaders and law enforcement administrators should consider when evaluating or developing a Use of Force Policy.

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
Article

Americans with Disabilities Act - Mgmt Liability

Americans with Disabilities Act

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
Article

Back Injury Risk Factors and Risk Reduction Tips

Back injuries can appear to come from a single incident but are often caused by a combination of factors. Use these tips to help keep your team safe and reduce work-related costs.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Municipalities | Miscellaneous Public Entities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Bloodborne Pathogens

Use this bulletin to help your school create a plan and implement best practices to help protect your students and staff from the dangers of blood and other bodily fluids.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Carbon Monoxide Hazards

Municipal services and equipment can present harmful carbon monoxide exposures. Educate your team on these areas of risk and implement best practices to help protect your community.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Chlorine Chemical Handling

Chlorine is commonly found in water and wastewater operations – and it can be hazardous if it isn’t handled correctly. Use this guide to help protect your team and community.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities
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Conducting Internal Investigations

Conducting Internal Investigations

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities | School Bus Contractors
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Dealing with the Media

Dealing with the Media

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety | School Risks
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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EEOC Overview - Management Liability

EEOC Overview - Management Liability

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Ergonomic Risk Factors

From mopping to vacuuming and everything in between – use this resource to help evaluate the risks of each cleaning task and possible solutions.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Ergonomic Risk Reduction

Review the do’s and don’ts of manual tasks and consider ways you can help reduce ergonomic risks in your operations.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Exit Interview Procedures

Exit Interview Procedures

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Hand and Portable Tools

Even the most basic hand and power tools can be dangerous. Take time to review these quick tips with your team.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
Article

Harassment and Discrimination Prevention Training

Harassment and Discrimination Prevention Training

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
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Bike Lanes

Manage your community’s risk by ensuring that you have properly designed bike lanes. From conditions to marking, this details need-to-know bike lane information.

TOPIC: General Liability
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | Miscellaneous Public Entities
Article

COI as Risk Management Tool

Public entities must manage risk of loss through transfer. This can and should be done whenever possible for increased protection. Here, we outline how.

TOPIC: General Liability
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Crisis Planning

Most organizations experience some sort of crisis about once every two years, which is why proactive crisis planning is essential. Use this tool to get started.

TOPIC: General Liability
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
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Dog Park Rules and Safety Tips

If your municipality includes dog park areas, these tips will help you to keep those areas safe. Learn from these sample dog park rules and visitor requirements.

TOPIC: General Liability
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | Educational Institutions
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Sample Facility Use and Indemnification Agreement

Will a third party be using your facility for an event? If so, use this sample form to help lower your risk and exposure.

TOPIC: General Liability
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
Article

Inflatable Amusement Rides

Hosting a fair, carnival or festival or thinking about having a bounce house or inflatable ride? Keep this product safety commission guidance nearby.

TOPIC: General Liability
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
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Investigating and Reporting Significant Occurrences

A significant occurrence is one that could generate a claim. Better prepare by using these tips on investigating and reporting.

TOPIC: General Liability
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities
Article

Liquor Liability

Could you have liquor liability exposures? Find out, and learn what to do to better protect your public entity with this resource.

TOPIC: General Liability
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities
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Managing Contracts

It’s important for public entities to have written contracts in place whenever working with third parties. Get tips for preparing and managing contracts here.

TOPIC: General Liability
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | Water Entities
Article

Sewer Back-up Customer Notice

If your municipality is suffering from sewer clogs and back up problems, use this sample letter to help keep customers notified and aware of how to best prevent future issues.

TOPIC: General Liability
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities
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Sewer Back-up Prevention

Sewer authorities regularly respond to sewer backup complaints. To help reduce the potential for sewer back-ups at your customer’s property, use this tool.

TOPIC: General Liability | Property Management
INDUSTRY: Municipalities | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Water Entities
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Utility Meter Access

Need to notify your utility customers about the importance of having meter access for readings? Get ideas from this sample utility meter access notice.

TOPIC: General Liability
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities
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Water Supply Resumption Customer Notice

If a business or home has water turned off for some time, there are many risks when turning that water back on. Here are tips to help protect your property when doing so.

TOPIC: General Liability
INDUSTRY: Water Entities | Municipalities
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Body-Worn Cameras

Body cameras are becoming an integral part of a police officer’s uniform. Here are some factors to consider when purchasing and utilizing body cameras for your department.

TOPIC: Law Enforcement
INDUSTRY: Municipalities
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Safety/Security Committees

Organizations with internal safety committees have fewer and less severe losses from employee accidents, public claims or clients and property losses. Use these tips to create one within your organization.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors | Water Entities