In 1886, a group of lumbermen formed The Lumbermens Exchange to join forces to reduce expenses, increase buying power, and share information and services.
School is back in session and students across the country are heading back to the books as the summer wraps up. This time of year – with its re-energized focus on learning – presents an ideal opportunity for lumber business owners and operators to bring safety education back to the forefront. While it may be… [Read More]
It’s no secret that insurers are tightening their belts, leading to cancelled policies for some and increases in premiums for other insureds. Of course, we all know that economic factors like inflation and rising interest rates are chief contributors to this hard market, but what may be lesser known is the fact that a lack… [Read More]
Earlier this month, a portion of I-95, a major highway running throughout the East Coast of the US, collapsed in Philadelphia. A tanker truck carrying gasoline crashed underneath an exit ramp and burst into flames. The fire then weakened the overpass supports, which caused it to collapse within the hour. This tragic accident put lives… [Read More]
Tornadoes are nature’s fury unleashed, leaving a path of devastation in their wake. For businesses, tornado season can pose significant risks, jeopardizing not only the physical infrastructure but also the livelihoods of employees and the future of the company. Understanding the Threat Tornadoes are unpredictable, violent storms characterized by rotating columns of air that can… [Read More]
Operating a forklift is in an entirely different league than operating a regular vehicle. In 2019, forklift-related accidents accounted for 79 fatalities and 8,140 nonfatal work-related accidents according to the National Security Council. The following accident breakdown provides complete accident data for forklift operation fatalities and percentage of their occurrence, courtesy of OSHA. Crushed by… [Read More]
Like many businesses in the retail industry, hardware stores face a myriad of hazards that can lead to injuries, property damage, loss of income, and much more. Hardware store owners have enough on their plate with running a business that it is often difficult to find the right insurance coverage plan to help protect them… [Read More]
