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Ohio Workers' Comp & Experience Modification Rate
An employer’s experience modification rate (EMR), which is determined by the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC), greatly impacts workers’ compensation premium that an employer pays. If you have safer operations, with little to no workers’ compensation claims, you will have a better than average EMR. If you have a less safe operation, with numerous costly claims, you will have a worse than average EMR. Typically, ...
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Forklift Safety in the Workplace
Forklifts, also known as powered industrial trucks, play a crucial role in various industries, from manufacturing and construction to warehousin and logistics. However, if not managed properly, their operations pose significant risks to both operators and bystanders. Implementing comprehensive safety measures and adhering to regulations is paramount to prevent accidents and ensure a secure working environment. Between 2021 and 2023, there were ...
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Reportable Payroll and True-Up
Reportable payroll In defining payroll, the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) generally follows the guidelines of the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, as well as the Federal Unemployment Tax Authority (FUTA) in the businesses section.Examples of reportable payrollThe more common types of reportable payroll include sick pay, vacation pay, bonus payments including stock given as a bonus, sales commission, tips, and all ...
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KBR Hosts On the Rocks: NARI Night Out on June 18
ON THE ROCKS: NARI Night Out hosted by our friends, Kitchens by Rutenschroer, will feature tours of the showroom and fabrication center, sharing of product knowledge, door prizes, a local food truck and Bourbon Tasting by Augusta Distillery. Our friends at KBR | Kitchens by Rutenschroer will host this NARI Night Out at their showroom on Laidlaw Avenue in Cincinnati on June 18 from 4:00-7:30 PM. Stop by at the end of your day for ...
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BWC Rebate Programs
The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) offers employers many different rating, bonus and rebate programs to encourage cost control, return to work, efficiency and safety. If you are interested in enrolling in a BWC program, or are already enrolled, here are some important deadline dates to remember. If you have any questions, contact our Sedgwick program manager, Julia Bowling at julia.bowling@sedgwick.com or (513) 218-4062. Click ...
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