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Employment Practices Liability (EPLI) Helpline

When you purchase EPLI insurance coverage through us, you’ll also have access to an EPLI Helpline. Continue reading for the helpline phone # and a link to more information.

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

If your website contains information that's important to the public, make sure it can serve everyone or you may find yourself in legal, financial or reputational trouble.

TOPIC: General Liability
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors
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Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policies

Drug and alcohol policies play a crucial role in maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive work environment. Implementing and enforcing these policies is essential for the success and sustainability of any workplace.

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

From 2006 through 2021, there were 444 lightning strike deaths in the United States (CDC). Help protect students, faculty and staff at your school with this important information.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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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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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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Progressive Discipline & Terminations

Wrongful discharge is a leading cause of employee practice claims. Consider these best practices to for guidance through the disciplinary or termination process.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | Miscellaneous Public Entities | Municipalities | School Bus Contractors
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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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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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Tree Hazards at Schools

Many schools across the United States have mature trees on their properties. Use this information to help proactively maintain trees and increase safety.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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Charter Coach Services

Organizations can use the following checklist to help ensure the safety of their passengers when selecting and using charter coach services.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: School Bus Contractors | Educational Institutions
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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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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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Guest Use of School District Facilities

Consider the following areas to help mitigate the risk and liability associated with outside organizations using district facilities.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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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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Passenger Van Transportation Safety

Large passenger vans can pose a safety risk to inexperienced van drivers and other road users. Drivers must use caution to minimize the risk associated with their operation. The NHTSA recommends the following safety precautions.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | School Bus Contractors
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Disaster Preparation and Business Continuity Planning

This bulletin highlights some of the lessons learned while navigating through the COVID-19 pandemic and how these lessons can be applied and implemented into future disaster preparation and business continuity planning for your district.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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Water Damage Mitigation

Water damage from burst pipes, overflowing sinks, windblown rain penetration, and street flooding can shut down an entire school for prolonged periods and is a cause for health concerns from those who occupy the buildings. It is crucial for school districts to try to prevent and take steps to mitigate water damage.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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Bleachers and Indoor Sporting Equipment

Conducting routine safety inspections of bleachers and indoor sports equipment can help public entities prevent injuries from faulty equipment, bleacher collapse, trip and fall hazards, and other equipment-related exposures.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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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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Emergency Planning Tips for Schools

Do your emergency plans and drills only consider the “ideal disaster”? Here’s why you should always have a Plan B – plus tips to develop one.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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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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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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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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3 cybersecurity tips: how to outsmart the hackers

Protecting your school from cybercrime is more important than ever and should not be overlooked. Here are a few critical steps you should keep top-of-mind to help ensure your sensitive information is properly secured.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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Ransomware reference materials for K-12 school and school district IT staff

CISA shares resources and best practices designed to help k-12 schools enhance their security during distance and hybrid learning conditions.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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Cybersecurity resources by Education Week

Find cybersecurity news, resources and best practices meant specifically to help schools boost their digital safety.

TOPIC: Crime Prevention & Security
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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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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Glatfelter University

Glatfelter University is an online learning management system that offers training courses designed to educate staff and reduce the risks faced in their daily operations.

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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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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Layering School Access Security

This bulletin outlines some areas of consideration when constructing a layered security approach for your school district.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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Preventing Slips and Falls on School Property

This DVD presents real-life slip and fall scenarios in six specific areas of your school

TOPIC: School Risks | Playground Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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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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Substitutes Selection, Orientation and Supervision

The use of substitute personnel is often necessary for many schools. Use this bulletin to learn more about the elements of liability that can arise from this situation.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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Table Saw Safety

This bulletin discusses precautions to avoid injuries in your school when students or faculty use table saw equipment.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Therapy Dog Programs For Schools

Therapy dogs are becoming increasingly used in schools across the country. If your school is one of them, this bulletin will discuss important information that you need to know.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Transportation of Students in Private Automobiles

This bulletin explores need-to-know information for private auto insurance options to help your school determine what types of transportation should and should not be permitted.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Lead and Copper Rule

A quick reference guide for schools on regulations established by the Safe Drinking Water Act.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

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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Sport Program Evaluation

If your school offers sports programs, this evaluation and preparation document will be helpful.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Checklist

Student Foreign Travel

This technical reference bulletin discusses risks associated with student foreign travel and best practices for reducing those risks.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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Field Trip Tips

Field trips make great memories and learning experiences, but they also present risks. Help minimize your school’s exposure with this information.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | School Bus Contractors
Article

Fitness Facility Use by School Staff

Your school’s fitness facility can be more safely used by faculty and staff with some precautionary preparation. Learn more about the topic with this reference.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Checklist

Health History Review For Interscholastic Sports

Health History Review

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Lead in Water - Schools

Lead in Water - Schools

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Managing the Hazards of Summer Programs

Summer programs in schools can present different risks than those that are present during the academic year. Help your school prepare with these tips.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Medical Emergencies in Schools

Stay up to date on the core elements of medical emergencies in schools, and keep your faculty and staff better prepared with this information.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Physical Education

This document lists recommended locker room standards to help keep students and faculty safe.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Risk Management in Schools

Help your school cultivate a culture of risk management by employing some of the suggestions in this bulletin.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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School District Parental/Guardian Consent

Cover school exposures for students participating in athletics by using a consent form similar to this sample.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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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

School Building Projects

If your school building is expanding—use these tips to help manage insurance and contracts during the construction process.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

School Sidewalks & Parking Lots

School sidewalks and parking lots are common locations for slip and fall incidents. Help reduce this risk with inspection, maintenance, clearing and design information.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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Shop Welding Fire Safety Form

Help increase safety in your school shop area and practices with tips from this welding fire safety form.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Snow Removal

If school travel is taking place during inclement weather, extra caution is needed. Review this snow removal policy for schools and develop your own.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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
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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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5 Steps to Emergency Preparedness for Students with Special Needs

It’s important to ensure that your emergency plans consider the needs of all of your students. Here are five steps to help you develop a comprehensive plan.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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Athletic Emergency Card

This printable and customizable emergency card helps inform staff of what to do if an athletic-related injury occurs and reference who they should contact.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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Authorization for Team Participation

Use this sample form to help ensure your school’s students can safely participate in team sports and activities.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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COI as a Risk Management Tool

One of the most important ways to help manage your school’s risk is to use risk transfer where possible. Here’s how to identify those opportunities.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Community Use of Schools

What you should consider before allowing others to use your facilities and ways you can help protect your school from the risks.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Dealing with the Media

The media can help your school publicize your latest accomplishment – but they’ll also be at your doorstep when things don’t go right. Use these tips to help manage media relations.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

December Holiday Activity Safety Reminders

December can be a busy month for schools – and that means there are unique risks you should consider. Help keep the holiday season joyful with these tips.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Defensive Supervision

Virtually every adult involved in a school district will have some level of pupil supervisory responsibility. Here are a few characteristics and qualifications of ideal supervisors to consider.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Eyewashes and Safety Showers in School

Use this bulletin to learn the importance of eye wash stations and safety showers in schools, plus tips for placement, maintenance and inspection.

TOPIC: School Risks
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

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
Article

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

Arson and Vandalism

What circumstances most encourage arson and vandalism? Could your school be at risk? Find out with the help of this resource.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Electrical Safety

Today’s classrooms are filled with electronic resources and tools. Practice electrical safety with these tips.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

Fire and Smoke Barrier Doors in Schools

Properly installed fire and smoke barrier doors in schools can help reduce the impact of a fire. Learn more with this resource.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

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
Article

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

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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Industrial Art Room Safety Evaluation Checklist

Industrial art shops often house equipment and materials that present a potential for injury to students and staff. Use this safety evaluation checklist to help reduce risk.

TOPIC: Property Management
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

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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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

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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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
Article

Social Media

Social Media

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

Table Saw Safety

It’s all about setting a positive example! Here are a few ways school staff can help increase table saw safety in the classroom.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
Article

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

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
Article

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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Cumulative Trauma Disorders

Force + repetition + posture + no rest = Cumulative Trauma Disorder, also known as CTD. Here are the risks your team should be aware of.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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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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Fitness Facility Use by School Staff

Here are a few benefits – and risks – for your school to consider before allowing school staff to use on-site fitness facilities.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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Floor Buffers

Did you know that propane powered floor buffers can lead to a build-up of carbon monoxide? Use this bulletin to learn more about risks and best practices.

TOPIC: Personnel Management & Employee Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions
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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
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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
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Field Trip Tips

Field trips provide wonderful educational experiences for students, but can place schools at risk. These tips will help you put plans into place to ensure increased field trip safety.

TOPIC: General Liability
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | School Bus Contractors
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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
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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
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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
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School Bus Accident File Summary

Use this sample template to help create a report that can be used by your drivers in the event of an accident.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | School Bus Contractors
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School Bus Dispatch Accident/Incident Log

Have a proactive plan of action in place in the event of a school bus accident. Use this sample policy to build your own.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | School Bus Contractors
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School Bus Accident Passenger Injury List

Information can help resolve claims faster and easier. A checklist like this sample can help ensure that all important information regarding a school bus accident is recorded.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | School Bus Contractors
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School Bus Driver Accident Response

This resource can be used to help train school bus drivers on what to do in the event of an accident.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | School Bus Contractors
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School Bus Rear Door Evacuation Drills

Just as fire drills help prepare students and faculty in the event of an emergency, so do school bus rear door evacuation drills. Use this guide to help execute your own drills.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | School Bus Contractors
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School Bus Rider Safety Tips for Students

Help students arrive to and from school safely by discussing these tips with them and their families.

TOPIC: Auto Safety
INDUSTRY: Educational Institutions | School Bus Contractors