Risk Control Services Webinar Series
Poms& Associates Risk Control Services will be providing free weekly webinars aimed at managers and supervisors to answer your questions regarding safety, security, and more!
Please join us for the following free webinars that will help you navigate this challenging situation.
Challenges of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) During COVID-19
November 6, 2020, 10AM PDT (11AM MDT)
The proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) has always been important for keeping employees safe from potential hazards in the workplace, and the pandemic has reinforced importance, especially for respiratory protection. Unfortunately, as a side effect of the increased demand for respiratory PPE we have also seen a rise in counterfeit products on the market. In this webinar, the Poms Risk Control Team will assist employers in understanding the types of PPE available, how to identify genuine products, and the proper use and maintenance of PPE.
Risk Control Roundtable
November 20, 2020, 10AM PDT (11AM MDT)
Poms & Associates employment attorney Rebecca Torrey will be joining the Risk Control Team to discuss the latest developments and best practices in employment law, human resources, safety, and more. Participants are encouraged to submit questions during registration so the panel can address your questions and concerns during the presentation.
Webinar Content
California Legislative Update
October 9, 2020
October 09, 2020 A flurry of new bills have been enacted by the California Legislature regarding employer obligations and the COVID-19 pandemic. The Poms Risk Control team discusses the impact this legislation will have on California organizations and what you need to do to maintain compliance.
Legal & Regulatory Update - COVID-19 and Beyond
October 2, 2020
October 02, 2020 The Poms & Associates Risk Control team holds a roundtable discussion addressing regulatory and best practices updates both related and not related to the pandemic from the U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and other state, federal and local agencies.
Cyber Security in a Work-From-Home Environment
September 25, 2020
September 25, 2020 This presentation reviews best practices for cyber security for organizations with a significant amount of their employees working from home. Our panel discusses important issues with managing network vulnerabilities, access points, virtual meeting platforms, and more.
Everyday Ergonomics for Remote Workers
September 11, 2020
This presentation will review ergonomic items such as job task analysis, review of the importance of breaks/stretches, and an overview of general ergonomic principles for anyone working at home or any other remote scenario. We will also show and discuss examples of modified home workspaces created with limited or no budget to help you design a safer setup for everything from home offices to student virtual learning environments.
Returning to Work Under California's New Tier System
September 11, 2020
Returning to Work Under California's New Tier System The California Department of Public Health has introduced a new tiered framework that lays out the measures for loosening and tightening restrictions on activities and business openings during the pandemic.
COVID-19 Regulatory Updates and Best Practices
August 25, 2020
August 21, 2020 On July 15, 2020, Virginia became the first state to issue mandatory COVID-19 workplace safety rules. The Virginia emergency temporary standard will be the first to go beyond OSHA’s non-mandatory guidance and establish minimum virus protection requirements.
Balancing Heat Illness Protections and COVID-19
August 13, 2020
August 7, 2020 Heat is one of the leading weather-related killers in the United States, resulting in hundreds of fatalities each year and even more heat-related illnesses. Employers must now protect workers from both COVID-19 and heat illness as the National Weather Service has issued extreme heat warnings in numerous states over the past several months.
Best Practices for Safety and Security During Civil Unrest
July 27, 2020
July 24, 2020 Since May 26, 2020, large scale protests have been occurring in cities across the United States. While many have remained peaceful, instances of violence breaking out are not unheard of. In this webinar, our Poms Security Consultants discuss measures you can take to keep yourself, your business, and your school safe in potentially dangerous scenarios.
Safely Cleaning and Disinfecting School Facilities Webinar
July 23, 2020
July 20, 2020 As we prepare for school reentry across the country, implementing proper cleaning and disinfecting procedures in our facilities has become one of the primary focuses for promoting a safe environment for both staff and students.
HR Issues In a COVID-19 World - A Roundtable Discussion
July 14, 2020
July 10, 2020 With the pandemic causing unprecedented hurdles for organizations across the globe, ensuring your organization is remaining compliant with state, local, and federal laws and regulations is more difficult than ever. In this webinar, our Human Resources experts tackle some of the most frequently asked questions relating to the current climate of Human Resources and COVID-19 in a roundtable discussion.