Frank Gates: Workers’ Comp Group Rating Program
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STABILITY, SAVINGS, SERVICE
BWC Changes May Hurt; We Are Here to Help
Here’s reality. You could pay significantly more for workers’ comp in 2010. |
BWC’s discount reductions and constant workers’ compensation changes are impacting your bottom line, even for employers with stable claims history.
Here’s hope. Our group rating program can provide relief.
Partner with The Ohio Society of CPAs (OSCPA) to reach your highest possible workers’ comp discount – up to BWC’s current maximum off premiums – through our multiple savings tiers!
Beyond group rating, let our program administrator, Frank Gates Service Company (Avizent), seek other sources of premium relief, including alternative BWC programs and safety. They can determine the most cost-effective action plan, customized for you.
Why choose the OSCPA group? High savings, valuable program analysis and more:
- Attractive discounts, competitive fees
- Complete program analysis and aggressive risk management strategies
- Program administration by Frank Gates, a strong, stable industry leader
- Reliable, personalized service
- Retention levels consistently above 95%
- Coordination of safety services and assistance with safety council discounts
- Advocacy and advice to help you navigate industry challenges
Don’t wait! See how we can make a difference. Begin your free, no-obligation savings analysis one of three ways:
- Call 800-395-4119, or
- Submit an online AC-3 at www.frankgatesgroups.com, or
- View and print our AC-3 form, complete and return via mail or fax.
More Information
Benefits of employee involvement and recognition programs
Employee involvement and recognition programs afford employees opportunities to participate in the safety management process. By encouraging and enabling employees to participate, they begin to take ownership of the safety role and can be valuable by providing more “eyes” for recognizing hazards and implementing controls.
For more information, contact Denise Ison-Miller with OSCPA at
dmiller@ohio-cpa.com, or 800.686.2727, ext. 325, or Catherine Pletz, ARM, AIC, AIS, with Frank Gates at 800.777.4283, ext. 25429, or email
cpletz@frankgates.com.
Safety Resources
The Ohio BWC Division of Safety & Hygiene offers educational and safety consulting services at no additional cost. Safety & Hygiene consultants assist employers by identifying safety and health hazards and assessing safety programs and making recommendations for improvements. The Division of Safety & Hygiene provides the following services:
- Safety Audits
- Ergonomic Studies
- Industrial Hygiene
- Consulting
- Reference Materials, Videos, etc.
- Safety Publications
- Employee Safety Training
- Safety Councils
- All - Ohio Safety and Health Congress
For more information, call the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation toll free at 800.OHIOBWC (800.644.6292) ext. 22, or visit www.ohiobwc.com.
For more information on how to contact your local safety council, visit the Ohio BWC online.
Additional safety services are also available by contacting Catherine Pletz, ARM, AIC, AIS with Frank Gates at 800.777.4283, ext.25429 or email cpletz@frankgates.com.
2010 Ohio Safety Congress – Save the Date
The Ohio Safety Congress & Expo is one of the finest occupational safety and health events in the Midwest. The event, scheduled for March 30 - April 1, 2010, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, will offer dynamic keynote speakers, a variety of educational sessions and displays of occupational safety and health products.
Free registration makes the Ohio Safety Congress a valuable tool for your injury prevention program.
- Reduce training costs for you and your employees.
- Earn free CEUs for accreditation and BWC discount programs.
- Save on registration fees and out-of-state travel expenses.
- Fewer injuries mean lower workers’ compensation costs.
- Choose from 150 educational sessions to help your business save lives and save money.
For more information or to register visit: www.ohiobwc.com or contact SafetyCongress@bwc.state.oh.us.
NEW! BWC Safety Requirement for Group Rated Employers
The Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) Board of Directors recently passed a new rule that requires that all employers in the July 1, 2009, Group Rating Program who had a claim within the two preceding calendar years are required to attend two hours of safety training between now and June 30, 2010.
The topics must be workplace safety-related and can consist of multiple classes totaling a minimum of two hours of training. There are many options available for your business to meet the 2-Hour Safety Training Requirement:
- Frank Gates Annual Seminar May 2010
- Ohio Safety Congress safety educational sessions (March 30, 2010 – April 1, 2010)
- BWC On Demand Courses
- BWC Online Courses
- SafeX training sessions, Frank Gates’ preferred safety partner
- Safety Council Classes (other than the routine monthly safety council meetings)
For questions, please contact Catherine Pletz, ARM, AIC, AIS, with Frank Gates at 800.777.4283, ext. 25429, or email cpletz@frankgates.com.
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