For years, we’ve talked about managing the risks associated with slips, trips and falls (STF) — one of the leading causes of injury and liability lawsuits. For employees, STFs are the second leading cause of nonfatal injuries, accounting for nearly 23 percent of all workplace accidents. Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) General Duty Clause requires employers to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards that cause, or are likely to cause, death or serious physical harm. In addition, OSHA’s Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards require employers to provide appropriate PPE for hazards an employer can’t eliminate...

The Risk Management Review color-coded scoring system provides an easy-to-understand color “rating” for each agency’s 2025 performance. The colors — Green, Blue, Yellow, Orange, Red — indicate agency strengths and areas for improvement.

Kicking Off 2026

During 2026, agencies that received a green, blue or yellow rating on their 2025 Essentials of Risk Management Form (ERMF) will focus on improving in the areas identified...

And that’s a good thing! The 2025 Risk Management Review (RMR), which used a color-coded rating system to evaluate each agency’s completed Essentials of Risk Management Form (ERMF)...

Shake off your winter gear and take advantage of a fresh lineup of practical and insightful trainings to help you and your team make this the best – and safest – year yet for your agency...