Information and resources to help School District Staff support a safe and healthy work environment.
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2024 Education and Training Sessions
PS WCT-UP
January 9, 2024
Join us for our 2024 training opportunities
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Electronic Payments for Injured Workers
PS WCT-UP
November 7, 2023
In addition to traditional paper checks, PSWCT offers injured workers the opportunity to receive payments electornically.
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Secure Messaging
PS WCT-UP
November 7, 2023
Ensure that injured workers' personal information remains secure and protected.
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Return To Work Incentive
PS WCT-UP
October 13, 2023
Everything you need to know about the Return To Work Incentive Program
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Workplace Safety Incentive
PS WCT-UP
September 6, 2023
Our Workplace Safety Incentive subsidizes and encourages district improvements that directly support staff safety or reduction of workplace injury.
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Sound Advice Newsletter | Fall 2023
PS WCT-UP
September 1, 2023
Celebrating 40 Years plus value-added programs for your district.
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Strengthen Your Return-to-Work Culture
PS WCT-UP
August 31, 2023
The Puget Sound Workers Compensation Trust and Unemployment Pool’s Return-to-Work Managers (RTWM) continue to support our school districts with implementation of return-to-work best practices.
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PSWCT Nurse – The Exclusive Method to Report Work-Related Injuries
PS WCT-UP
July 25, 2023
We will be transitioning to PSWCT Nurse as the exclusive method to report workplace injuries starting September 01, 2023.
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Accident Prevention Program (APP)
PS WCT-UP
July 11, 2023
Within any workplace setting, injuries may occur. Districts should implement an Accident Prevention Program and train employees to reduce the chances of injury.
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2023 Education and Training Sessions
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June 1, 2023
Join us for our 2023 training opportunities
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Employee Safety Health Handbooks Updated for 2023-24
PS WCT-UP
May 30, 2023
2023-24 Employee Safety Health Handbooks available in multiple languages.
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Sound Advice Newsletter | Spring 2023
PS WCT-UP
May 11, 2023
Learn more about the State of the Trust and value-added programs for membership!
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Key Milestones of the Workers’ Compensation Claim Lifecycle, Five-Part Series
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May 10, 2023
Five-Part Series Begins May 25. Register now!
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Physical Ability Evaluation Program
PS WCT-UP
May 9, 2023
Physical capacity testing to use during the hiring process to identify whether the selected candidate can safely perform essential physical functions.
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Employee Safety Health Handbooks Updated for 2022-23
PS WCT-UP
September 1, 2022
2022-23 Employee Safety Health Handbooks available in multiple languages.
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Summer & Fall Training
PS WCT-UP
July 1, 2022
Presentation materials for summer and fall trainings now available!
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Job Hazard Analysis
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February 2, 2022
The What, Why, and How of Injury Prevention.
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Templates for Job Hazard Analysis
00 JHAs - Title Page & Table Contents 01 JHAs - Teacher, Paraeducator, Librarian, School Secretary, Administrator 02 JHAs -...
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What’s Your Baseline?
Noise-induced hearing loss, the type at issue in workers’ compensation claims, is completely preventable.
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Supporting School District Staffing Stability
PS WCT-UP
December 3, 2021
Rewarding school districts for adopting best practices.
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Cleaning and Disinfecting Buses
PS WCT-UP
December 3, 2021
How, Why, and What is necessary for school bus hygiene.
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Ergonomics Success Story: Orting School District
PS WCT-UP
December 3, 2021
See how Loss Control supported this high school teacher working remote.
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Making Indoor Air Healthy
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December 3, 2021
Improve air quality inside our schools.
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Return-To-Work Corner (RTW)
PS WCT-UP
December 3, 2021
The numbers reflecting the impact of school closure on Return-to-Work.
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Transportation Hiring and Training Best Practices
PS WCT-UP
December 3, 2021
Learn why school districts should reconsider the risks of filling driver gaps with unqualified staff or candidates.
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Electronic Whistles – An Innovative Way to Get Your Attention!
PS WCT-UP
December 2, 2021
Electronic whistles eliminate the need to adjust your mask.
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Glossary of Terms
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November 4, 2021
We invite you to walk with us as we work to eliminate the opportunity gab by becoming an anti-racist, multicultural organization.
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Executive Director’s Corner: The Back-to-School Challenge
PS WCT-UP
September 8, 2021
Cultivating a best-practices culture during COVID and beyond.
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COVID-19 Training Requirements for Employees
PS WCT-UP
September 7, 2021
Vector Solutions' Training Courses are available now!
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IAQ and the Layered Approach to COVID-19 Protection
PS WCT-UP
August 30, 2021
Because no single intervention is perfect, the multiple layer approach improves success.
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Return to Work Corner
PS WCT-UP
August 30, 2021
Update on the RTW Incentive Program and $1.3M available to member districts.
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Emergency Heat Exposure Rule and New Rulemaking Process
PS WCT-UP
August 30, 2021
New protocols in effect when temperatures reach or exceed 89° F.
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The “Right to Understand” Law
The "Right to Understand" Law is designed to protect employees in school settings.
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Keeping Hazardous Chemicals in Schools Safe
PS WCT-UP
August 19, 2021
Do you know where the hazardous chemicals are found in schools?
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The Added Value of Accident Investigations
PS WCT-UP
August 16, 2021
The What/Why/How of Accident Investigations.
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Industrial Hygiene Services
PS WCT-UP
August 9, 2021
Learn more about the IAQ program provided to members.
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Custom Safety & Compliance Training Development
PS WCT-UP
August 4, 2021
Contact PSWCT Staff to develop training programs that help prevent work-related accidents.
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Risk Reduction Program
PS WCT-UP
July 30, 2021
Review our list of risk reductions programs aimed at reducing exposure to risk.
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Risk Management / Loss Control Services
PS WCT-UP
July 28, 2021
Summary of Loss Control and Risk Management services provided through PSWCT.
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Ergonomics: Services & Evaluations
PS WCT-UP
July 21, 2021
Loss Control Consultants can review workstation set ups and make appropriate adjustments and/or recommendations.
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Wildfire Smoke Emergency Rule
PS WCT-UP
July 20, 2021
New rules taking effect to control exposure, protect, and train employees to the hazards of wildfire smoke.
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WA State Emergency Heat Exposure Rules Increases Protection for Outdoor Workers
PS WCT-UP
July 12, 2021
LNI introduced a new rule for preventing heat-related illness in employees when temps reach 100.
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Preparing Your Workspace for Summer Break
PS WCT-UP
June 22, 2021
Keeping teachers safe as they prepare to end the school year.
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Return-to-Work (RTW) Programs: Savings Evident
PS WCT-UP
June 22, 2021
Read the latest update from Aliza Hauser about the Return to Work Incentive Program.
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Executive Director’s Corner: Towards Building Stronger Partnerships
PS WCT-UP
June 21, 2021
PSWCT/UP plans for the 2021-2022 school year that build on our partnership work.
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PSWCT-UP Website Has A New Look!
PS WCT-UP
June 15, 2021
If you haven’t visited our web site recently, it’s time to check in!
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The Unemployment Pool Welcomes Riverview School District
PS WCT-UP
June 9, 2021
Welcome Riverview School District to the Unemployment Pool!
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Out in the Field with Loss Control
PS WCT-UP
June 9, 2021
PSWCT Consultants, Elizabeth Jakab and Jessica Guy offer a glimpse from behind the scenes at school districts.
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Shout – Out to Elizabeth Jakab, Our Industrial Hygiene Consultant
PS WCT-UP
June 9, 2021
Shout out to Industrial Hygiene Consultant, Elizabeth Jakab.
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Deep Dive into Telephonic Case Management
PS WCT-UP
June 9, 2021
Learn why Telephonic Case Management is the future.
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Congratulations to Nikkia McCormick, the Trust’s Newest Claims Consultant!
PS WCT-UP
June 9, 2021
Congratulations to Nikkia McCormick on her promotion.
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Success Story – Snoqualmie Valley SD High School Lab Transformation
PS WCT-UP
June 9, 2021
Snoqualmie Valley SD putting safety first in Chemicals Lab.
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Trustee’s Turn
PS WCT-UP
June 9, 2021
A message from Ailene Baxter, immediate past Chair, Executive Advisory Board, PSWCT
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Workers’ Compensation COVID Resources
PS WCT-UP
June 7, 2021
Links and other Workers' Comp resources to know about related to COVID-19.
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Unemployment and COVID
PS WCT-UP
June 7, 2021
Employment Security Department Resources for Districts during COVID.
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Education Workers: Is COVID Covered Under Workers Compensation?
PS WCT-UP
May 21, 2021
Our Claims Administration Director answers common questions about COVID and Worker Compensation eligibility
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SafeSchools Training is Now Vector Training K12 Edition
PS WCT-UP
May 21, 2021
SafeSchools has changed its name!
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Choosing New, Effective Products for Schools
PS WCT-UP
May 21, 2021
Do new cleaners, disinfectants, and products meet the CDC's recommended "Protective Benefit" rule?
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Return to Work Corner
PS WCT-UP
May 21, 2021
The benefits of the RTW program is seen in Best Practices and Financial incentives!
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Vector Solutions Online Training
PS WCT-UP
May 10, 2021
Discover the library of Vector Solutions Training options.
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Executive Director’s Corner: State of the Trust Spring 2021
PS WCT-UP
April 7, 2021
State of the Trust: Spring 2021
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Reporting IW Healthcare Benefit Amounts
PS WCT-UP
April 7, 2021
Proper reporting of Injured Worker Healthcare Benefit Amounts (SEBB)
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Updated Dept Of Health Guidance
PS WCT-UP
April 7, 2021
New guidance from Washington State Department of Health, March 11, 2021
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Emergency Eye Washing & Showers
PS WCT-UP
April 7, 2021
Increased use of cleaners and disinfectants mean an increase in eye exposure to chemicals.
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RTW Corner
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April 7, 2021
Welcome Eatonville School District - latest addition to the Return-To-Work incentive community!
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Executive Director’s Corner: Our Safety Resolve
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January 25, 2021
Our Safety Resolve - Winter 2021
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Safer Cleaner & Disinfectant Choices
PS WCT-UP
January 25, 2021
How to determine the best choice for cleaning products in your school district?
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Cybersecurity: Staying Safe While Working Remotely
PS WCT-UP
January 25, 2021
Watch a 30-minute clip exploring the Five Things Mama Taught You About Cybersecurity.
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Unemployment Pool Welcomes Vashon Island School District
PS WCT-UP
January 25, 2021
Welcome Vashon Island School District to the Unemployment Pool.
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Prevent Slips & Trips w/a Floor Mat Program
PS WCT-UP
January 25, 2021
What can we do as employers to protect our employees, students, and visitors from slips and falls? One of the best places to start is with a proper floor mat program.
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New Rules for IMEs
PS WCT-UP
January 25, 2021
Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 6440 (ESSB 6440) concerning independent
medical evaluations (IMEs) for industrial insurance claims.
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Safety – The Answer is in Front of Us
PS WCT-UP
October 6, 2020
Walking Tips for Teachers.
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School Health & COVID Safety Guide
PS WCT-UP
October 6, 2020
Joint agency guidance developed by representatives of the Office of Superintendent of Public
Instruction (OSPI), the Department of Health (DOH), the Department of Labor & Industries
(L&I), local superintendents, and labor organizations.
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ED’s Corner: Culturally Responsive Claims and Risk Management Services
PS WCT-UP
October 6, 2020
Culturally Responsive Claims & Risk Management Services - Fall 2020
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Safety Bulletin Board
PS WCT-UP
July 15, 2020
An attractive, well-organized safety bulletin board can help promote safety in the workplace.
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Executive Director’s Corner: A Safer Community Together
PS WCT-UP
May 9, 2020
A Safer Community Together - Spring 2020
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Healthy Air for Healthy Schools
PS WCT-UP
May 9, 2020
Poster from the DOH on products to use or avoid to improve classroom air quality.
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Reasonable Assurance Update
PS WCT-UP
May 9, 2020
Changes to Reasonable Assurance letters.
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Nurse Triage Hotline
PS WCT-UP
May 9, 2020
Providing injured workers with 24/7 access to medical guidance and support for appropriate care.
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EPA Guidance & Training Opportunities
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May 9, 2020
Subscribe to receive direct from the source pertinent information about ongoing EPA issues that relate to Indoor Air Quality at school.
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DOSH Directive on Emergency Eye Washing Facilities
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December 13, 2019
L&I guidance on Emergency Eye Washing facilities.
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Executive Director’s Corner: Transformational Relationships
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December 13, 2019
Transformational Relationships - Fall 2020
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Cheers to Peers!
PS WCT-UP
December 12, 2019
Cheers to Issaquah School District’s Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Group!
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10 Tools of Engagement!
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December 12, 2019
10 Actions to keep your employees engaged at work.
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A “HIP” Alternative
PS WCT-UP
August 22, 2019
The hip vacuum is a lightweight, compact, and ergonomically shaped alternative vacuum that can maximize operator agility and cleaning ability.
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Updates on Reasonable Assurance
PS WCT-UP
August 22, 2019
The Washington State Legislature updated several sections of the RCWs at the request of Employment Security (RCW 50.44).
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Changes in Law Concerning Obesity Discrimination
PS WCT-UP
August 22, 2019
Implications for employers range from employment determinations and offers to reasonable accommodation decisions.
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Here’s What You’re Saying About Our Services!
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August 22, 2019
Pool Administration, Claims Management, and Risk Management Survey results.
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Indoor Air Quality: New School Year – The Perfect Time to Create A Healthier School Environment
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August 22, 2019
Indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools helps students and staff to reduce absenteeism and increase productivity and test scores.
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Shout-Outs to School Districts
PS WCT-UP
August 22, 2019
Best Practices and Safety Success.
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Executive Director’s Corner: Pathway to Change
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August 22, 2019
Pathway to Change - Summer/Fall 2019
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Wildfire Smoke Guidance
PS WCT-UP
August 9, 2019
Wildfire Smoke Guidance for Local Public Health & Safety Officers.
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Shout-Outs to Our Districts!
PS WCT-UP
May 10, 2019
Cheers to Issaquah SD Peers and RTW Kudo's to Mukilteo SD.
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Don’t Start Your Summer Vacation with an Injury
PS WCT-UP
May 10, 2019
Careful thought and planning are needed to develop safe and efficient ways to perform these everyday activities.
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Executive Director’s Corner: Closing the Performance Gap
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May 10, 2019
Closing the Performance Gap - Spring 2019
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3-Day Deadline on Claim Reporting
PS WCT-UP
May 10, 2019
Read about the requirements of the PIR Form.
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Update on Washington Reasonable Assurance Rules
PS WCT-UP
May 10, 2019
As you may have heard, there are changes coming to Reasonable Assurance. The U.S. Department of Labor published federal guidance...
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Districts Heat Stress Program
PS WCT-UP
May 10, 2019
Washington State requires that all employers with employees exposed to outdoor temperatures above applicable levels implement a heat stress program.
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How to Prepare for On-Site Audiograms
PS WCT-UP
May 10, 2019
Find here tip sheets to assist our districts in preparing for on-site audiograms.
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PSWCT Survey Results: Claims Management
PS WCT-UP
May 10, 2019
Are we meeting your needs in the areas of claims handling and communication, staff interactions? Survey results are in!
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PSWCT Introduces Return-to-Work Incentive
PS WCT-UP
February 28, 2019
Puget Sound Workers’ Compensation Trust (PSWCT) implemented a Return-to-Work Incentive effective March 1, 2019. This incentive is designed to be...
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Stay Safe this Winter!
PS WCT-UP
December 18, 2018
How we remain safe when navigating through the hazardous conditions winter brings.
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Executive Director’s Corner: Beginning the New Year Together
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December 17, 2018
Beginning the New Year Together - Winter 2018
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Weekly Unemployment Benefits Increased
PS WCT-UP
November 7, 2018
The Employment Security Department reported in June that Washington’s average annual wage grew by 5.0 percent in 2017 to $61,887—representing...
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Revised Accident and Claim Reporting Process
PS WCT-UP
September 18, 2018
Revised Incident Submission Form Explained.
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Executive Director’s Corner: Leading with Purpose
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September 18, 2018
Leading with Purpose - Fall 2018
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A Guide to Unemployment Forms
PS WCT-UP
August 21, 2018
By now you have noticed that the Washington State Employment Security Department has revised and renamed several common unemployment forms....
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Wildfire Season is Here
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August 21, 2018
Activity guide during fire season and ventilation recommendations for schools and buildings.
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Stay Healthy During Flu Season
PS WCT-UP
February 17, 2018
The best way to reduce the risk of exposure to the flu virus in the workplace is to use basic hygiene precautions and follow our recommendations.
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6 Steps to a Basic Accident Investigation
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April 19, 2017
Accident investigations are an opportunity to uncover safety problems and correct them before they reoccur.
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Executive Director’s Corner: You Manage What You Measure
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April 19, 2017
You Manage What You Measure - Spring 2017
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L&I Rule Violations – The Top 10 List You Don’t Want to Make
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April 19, 2017
The most common safety and health rules cited during L&I inspections.
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Return-to-Work Program
PS WCT-UP
March 21, 2017
We know that returning injured employees to work in a timely manner improves outcomes both for the employee and the...
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Executive Director’s Corner: Reflecting on 2016
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December 19, 2016
The end of the calendar year is an excellent time for reflection – to look back on achievements and evaluate...
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Introducing Our New Return-to-Work Program!
PS WCT-UP
December 19, 2016
We know that returning injured employees to work in a timely manner improves outcomes both for the employee and the...
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Music to My Ears? Audiograms for Music Teachers
PS WCT-UP
December 19, 2016
We encourage your music department staff to participate in PSWCT’s free annual on-site audiograms.
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Ventilation for Pottery Kilns
PS WCT-UP
December 19, 2016
Pottery rooms can contain often toxic and flammable paints and solvents that are present in most art areas.
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New Product Alert: Forearm Forklift
PS WCT-UP
December 19, 2016
Check out the Consumer Reports video to discover if the forearm forklift might be right for your district.
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Seasonal Safety – Tips for Fall
PS WCT-UP
November 8, 2016
Be aware of seasonal hazards that can catch you by surprise.
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Mandatory Asbestos Program Requirements
PS WCT-UP
November 8, 2016
Read on for a summary of the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) requirements.
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Keep Classrooms Healthy Year-Round
PS WCT-UP
October 4, 2016
Guide to maintaining a healthy classroom.
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Executive Director’s Corner: Preparation is Key
PS WCT-UP
October 4, 2016
Preparation is Key - Fall 2016
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Have a Safe Start for New Employees
PS WCT-UP
October 4, 2016
Here are factors that may have a causal relationship to new employee injuries.
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Strategies for an Aging Workforce
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October 4, 2016
The increased aging workforce presents a few considerations for employers.
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Reporting Significant Injuries and Fatalities to L&I
PS WCT-UP
October 4, 2016
While devastating injuries are very infrequent in the educational environment, it is still important that districts understand and abide by all reporting requirements.
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Spot the Hazard: Work Stations
PS WCT-UP
July 19, 2016
Can you spot all the hazards in this work station?
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Re-Work Your Work Station
PS WCT-UP
July 19, 2016
While Seated. While Keyboarding.
While Talking. While Pausing.
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Executive Director’s Corner: How the Opioid Epidemic Affects Your School’s Injured Workers
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June 16, 2016
How the Opioid Epidemic Affects Your School's Injured Workers - Summer 2016
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Cafeteria Tables: A Hazard Hiding in Plain Sight?
PS WCT-UP
June 16, 2016
Aging and malfunctioning lunchroom tables can be a major cause of strains and other serious injuries.
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Keep Your Teen Workers Safe!
PS WCT-UP
June 16, 2016
A teen's first job can be dangerous if employers don’t take the proper precautions to make sure their young workers understand how to properly perform the tasks they are assigned.
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Prevent Back Strain with Table Mopping
PS WCT-UP
June 16, 2016
Many district custodial and food service staff are now using microfiber cleaning systems and a method commonly referred to as “table mopping.”
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Modified Duty Job Offers
PS WCT-UP
June 16, 2016
By: Dana Tumenova, J.D., Claims Attorney It is well-known that early return-to-work reduces the cost of a workers’ compensation claim....
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2016-17 Employee Health & Safety Handbook Available
PS WCT-UP
June 9, 2016
The 2016-17 Employee Health & Safety Handbook is now available in Word and PDF.
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A+ Reasonable Assurance Letters
PS WCT-UP
May 12, 2016
With the end of the school year quickly approaching, we know many districts are caught in a flurry of activity,...
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Here Comes the Sun: Implement Heat Stress Programs by May 1
PS WCT-UP
April 19, 2016
While sunshine and warm temperatures are a welcome sight, it is important to remember that working outdoors in hot weather is a health hazard.
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Local Incident a Good Reminder about Science Laboratory Hazards
PS WCT-UP
March 24, 2016
Train staff who handle hazardous chemicals and have necessary policies and procedures in place to help them handle unexpected events.
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Executive Director’s Corner: Risk Reduction: It’s a Slam Dunk
PS WCT-UP
March 24, 2016
Risk Reduction: It's a Slam Dunk - Spring 2016
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Spring into Safety!
PS WCT-UP
March 24, 2016
During this time of outdoor repair and replanting, it’s important to remember to follow proper safety procedures.
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Carbon Monoxide in Schools
PS WCT-UP
March 24, 2016
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that may not be noticed by building occupants.
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Spot the Hazard
PS WCT-UP
March 24, 2016
Safety can be fun. And to help you have fun with safety, we are introducing a new feature in Sound...
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Summertime is Not Benefit Time
PS WCT-UP
March 24, 2016
A few criteria that Employment Security looks at when determining if benefits should be allowed.
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Weird Science? How About Safe Science!
PS WCT-UP
March 8, 2016
Teaching science is important for engaging students, but experiments also come with a great deal of responsibility.
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Executive Director’s Corner: Resolve to Reduce Risk
PS WCT-UP
December 9, 2015
Resolve to Reduce Risk - Winter 2015
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Cracking the Case: Effective Accident Investigations
PS WCT-UP
December 9, 2015
Getting at the root cause of why an accident happened requires a very different skill set.
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6 Steps for a Great Safety Committee
PS WCT-UP
December 9, 2015
A Safety Committee is a requirement of your district's Accident Prevention Program.
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Top 10 Tips for a Successful Unemployment Hearing
PS WCT-UP
December 9, 2015
The Letterman Show may be over, but the Top Ten List lives on at the Puget Sound Unemployment Pool. Our hope...
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Candles and Indoor Air Quality
PS WCT-UP
December 9, 2015
Although candles add a welcoming warmth, they can also contribute to indoor air pollution.
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Employers Scrutinized for Misclassifying Employees
PS WCT-UP
December 9, 2015
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the misclassification of employees as independent contractors is a serious problem. Employers who...
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“Magic Carpets” Key to Safety
PS WCT-UP
December 8, 2015
Entry mats or walk-off mats that allow you to “walk off” debris and wetness minimize slips and falls.
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Dates + Distribution = Successful Reasonable Assurance
PS WCT-UP
September 15, 2015
Dates plus distribution equals a successful reasonable assurance letter.
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Your Lesson Plan for Safety
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September 13, 2015
Download a Hazard Identification Plan.
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Spotlight: Tahoma School District
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September 9, 2015
Tahoma School District’s indoor air quality and safety standards are benefiting from a partnership between the maintenance supervisor and the purchasing and risk agent.
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Legal Corner: Ensure Timely, Accurate Claim Filing
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September 9, 2015
Case Study: The importance of filing timely and accurate claims.
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Start the School Year Injury-Free!
PS WCT-UP
August 5, 2015
Back-to-School Set-Up Safety Checklist.
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Back-to-School Safety, Easy As A, B, C
PS WCT-UP
August 5, 2015
Here are a few easy "A, B, Cs" on how to stay healthy and injury-free throughout the year.
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Protecting Music Teachers’ Hearing
PS WCT-UP
July 21, 2015
A good resource for districts to use when they are establishing safety protocols for music and band teachers
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Legal Corner: Determining “Good Cause”
PS WCT-UP
June 10, 2015
Case Study: Good Cause Unemployment.
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Staying Safe During End-of-Year Clean-Up!
PS WCT-UP
June 9, 2015
There are a number of tasks directly linked to injuries, so specific measures should be implemented for those most at risk of injury.
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Unemployment Wage Verifications Made Easy
PS WCT-UP
June 9, 2015
You asked about Wage Verification forms and we answered!
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Maintaining a Healthy Classroom
PS WCT-UP
June 8, 2015
As a unique environment, classrooms need lots of attention and conscientious management to be kept healthy and contaminant-free.
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Pest Control Resources
PS WCT-UP
May 5, 2015
Resources on the EPA website covering pest management in schools, protocols, training, and education.
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EPA School IAQ Assessment Mobile App
PS WCT-UP
May 5, 2015
Learn about the EPA APP that helps you conduct building walkthroughs and download checklists.
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Water and Mold Remediation in Schools
PS WCT-UP
March 31, 2015
Proper preparation and planning prevents panic and guarantees a good outcome for both health and safety, and the District’s budget.
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Injury Prevention for Special Education Staff
PS WCT-UP
March 31, 2015
Injury prevention in the Special Education environment a focus of the Trust.
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Legal Corner: Unemployment Case Review
PS WCT-UP
March 31, 2015
Case Study: Make sure that your rules make sense and are regularly and clearly communicated to your staff.
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Ergonomic Tips for Technology Devices
PS WCT-UP
March 31, 2015
When hunched over at a 60 degree angle, you're putting a 60 pound strain on your neck. All that weight is bad for your neck and spine.
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Spring Clean Your Way to Safety
PS WCT-UP
March 13, 2015
Even a simple box left in the wrong place in district rooms and buildings can lead to an accident.
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Our Favorite Number is Zero
PS WCT-UP
March 13, 2015
Zero Incident Culture happens when safety planning is a habit.
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Hearing Conservation Program (Onsite Audiograms)
PS WCT-UP
March 13, 2015
Check out our free audiology testing program.
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Hold the Phone!
PS WCT-UP
December 2, 2014
We've got the facts about texting and driving. Just Don't Do It.
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Save the Date to Check Alarms
PS WCT-UP
December 1, 2014
What you need to know about checking alarm batteries.
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Substitutes and Reasonable Assurance
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September 17, 2014
Learn why substitutes with reasonable assurance will not be allowed benefits during scheduled school breaks, including summer break.
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Unemployment Information Resources
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September 17, 2014
The following links provide meaningful information about unemployment benefits. Employer Taxes Report Fraud Training Benefits Program
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Employee Misconduct
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September 16, 2014
Learn about misconduct and the effect on unemployment benefits.
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Good Cause
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September 16, 2014
What are the 12 Good Cause reasons that allow for unemployment benefits?
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Unemployed Worker Handbook
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September 16, 2014
Employment Security Department's Unemployment Handbook.
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Determining Liability and the Base Year
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September 16, 2014
The base period employer claim is sent to any employer who paid wages to the claimant during the base period. Learn how the base period is defined.
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Report Benefits Fraud
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July 16, 2014
Links to understanding Benefits Fraud and how to report it.
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Worksite Safety Surveys
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June 13, 2014
We conduct courtesy safety surveys of work areas to identify hazardous conditions or violations of safety standards. Loss Control will...
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Claims Analysis
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June 13, 2014
Leverage statistical analysis from claims data to identify the causes that produce the greatest number of injuries. Special emphasis in...
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Safety Program Development
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June 13, 2014
We assist districts in the development and implementation of federal and state mandated safety programs. Monitor OSHA and WISHA for...
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Safety Compliance Training
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June 13, 2014
We provide training resources to district supervisors to support their meeting of compliance and safety goals.
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Translation Services
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June 4, 2014
Our District staff and injured workers represent a broad array of cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences. If English is not...
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Worker Compensation Claims Management
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May 16, 2014
Since 1984, Puget Sound Workers' Compensation Trust have provided the highest quality of services in the area of workers’ compensation claims management.
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Payment for Lost Wages
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May 16, 2014
Time Loss Compensation. Learn if you are eligible and how to receive compensation.
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Reporting An Accident or Injury via the Web
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May 16, 2014
How to report an injury. Tip: Press the big red button.
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Required Employee Safety Training
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May 16, 2014
A listing of some of the essential areas that districts need to provide safety training.
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Supervisor Safety Information
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May 15, 2014
A list of some of the principal responsibilities that supervisors have in the area of health and safety and information to help reach safety goals.
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Indoor Air Quality
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April 16, 2014
What is indoor air quality (IAQ)?
How is a school environment different?
Why have a school IAQ plan?
Answers to these questions and more!
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Forms for Leave and Reimbursements
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December 9, 2012
Leave Claim FormComplete this form if you missed work due to your injury and return to your school district.IME Travel...
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