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Our blog highlights topics about the importance of workers’ compensation insurance options in high risk industries such as armed security guards, cannabis, construction, healthcare, manufacturing, temporary staffing, and other difficult to place PEO clients.
Fire Hazards in Food & Beverage Production
Food and beverage manufacturing facilities are hotspots for fire risks due to the presence of: Combustible dust (e.g., flour, sugar) High-temperature equipment like fryers and ovens Flammable oils and alcohol-based products Electrical malfunctions in refrigeration and cooking units Aging equipment or inadequate maintenance schedules These environments are particularly dangerous because [...]
Crushing Injuries in Equipment-Based Manufacturing
In manufacturing, where workers frequently interact with large, fast-moving machinery, crushing injuries remain one of the most devastating risks. These injuries are not limited to assembly lines—distribution centers, packaging lines, and fabrication shops are all high-risk zones. Common incidents include hands caught in presses, workers pinned between forklifts and shelving, [...]
Oilseed Farming Hazards: Why a PEO Might Be the Best Fit
Oilseed crops such as soybeans, sunflower, and canola power everything from cooking oil to pharmaceuticals. However, cultivating and harvesting these crops involves real risk. Workers in oilseed farming may face: Tractor and combine rollovers Pesticide and herbicide exposure Repetitive strain injuries Slip-and-falls during irrigation or storm prep The variability in [...]
Weather & Heat Risks in Rice and Soybean Fields
Farmers in rice and soybean operations are at the mercy of the elements. From extended hours under the blazing sun to operating machinery in muddy or waterlogged fields, workers regularly face environmental hazards that traditional insurers often overlook. Common risks include: Heatstroke and dehydration Frostbite and hypothermia Slip-and-falls from slick [...]
Chemical Exposure in Wheat Farming: Helping Your Clients Stay Covered
Wheat farming sustains much of the U.S. food supply but comes with significant exposure risks. Fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides are frequently applied in large-scale wheat operations. Repeated exposure to these substances can lead to: Respiratory issues and lung damage Skin irritation or chemical burns Eye injuries Long-term conditions like [...]
Machinery Accidents in Corn Farming: How WC Coverage Protects Clients
Corn farming is one of the most essential—and hazardous—sectors in American agriculture. From producing animal feed to biofuels and food ingredients, corn operations rely heavily on mechanized harvesting, which introduces major injury risks for farm workers. The most common and dangerous equipment used includes corn pickers and combines. While these [...]
The Importance of WC Coverage for Your USL&H Clients
Workers Compensation for USL&H Working at sea comes with many risks, and state Workers’ Compensation often isn’t enough to protect your clients from risks like drowning, equipment injuries, weather-related accidents, and more. At PEO Insurance Brokers Network, this is why we specialize in United States Longshore and Harbor (USL&H) Workers’ [...]
How to Help Your Cannabis Industry Clients Overcome Slip-and-Fall Risks
Cannabis Industry – Slip-and-Fall Risks In the cannabis industry, there are many unique injury and accidents. However, your clients shouldn’t overlook general slip-and-fall risks, which can occur even in a unique industry like cannabis. A slip-and-fall accident is an accident that occurs when someone is injured due to a slip, [...]
Why Your Warehouse Industry Clients Need Strong Workers’ Compensation Options
Why Your Warehouse Clients Need Workers’ Compensation In the warehouse industry, your clients need strong Workers’ Compensation coverage options! This is because your clients in the warehouse industry face a wide variety of unique injury and accidents risks. For your warehouse industry clients, some of the most common injury and [...]
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