Employer Guide News

Additional Resource: Safety resources

SAIF also provides an array of training opportunities for our policyholders and valuable information on workplace safety.

Agricultural Safety Seminars
Please join us, beginning in October, for a series of free comprehensive safety trainings designed specifically for the agriculture industry.
SAIF Corporation declares dividend for policyholders
Board of directors approves a $100 million total dividend; checks to be mailed to more than 44,000 employers in April.
It’s time to post your OSHA 300A summary
Employers must post the OSHA 300A summary form (of 2009 occupational injuries and illnesses) from February 1 through April 30.
Debit card offers new way to get claim benefits
Payments are auto-deposited into a Visa ReliaCard, which offers the convenience of a debit card.
Call on the Flu Fighters to protect your workers
SAIF takes successful internal flu prevention campaign public.
Safe driving tips for fall & winter
New safety challenges arise for drivers in the fall and winter.
Now playing: New office ergonomics videos for employers
Now playing: new office ergonomics videos for employers
H1N1 flu presents challenges for employers
Rapidly changing situation keeps health officials on their toes.
New EPA Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule in effect April 2010
Contractors who perform certain work in homes, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978 must follow new requirements.
Random OR-OSHA inspections: new process announced
Frequency based on industries' rates of workplace hazards.
Oregon’s workers’ comp rates to drop 1.3 percent
Rate decrease welcome news for Oregon employers.
Do you know a student who knows video?
Workplace safety video contest open to all Oregon high school students.
Worker Guide at saif.com now has Spanish-language twin
Now the important information injured workers can find in the Worker Guide is also available in Spanish.
It’s like free business school for employers
SAIF's employee training makes safety exciting, relevant.
Controlling your workers’ comp costs | Part two
Controlling your workers' comp costs | Part two: Creating a safety culture
When cutting back costs too much
With workers' comp, choices that may save money in the short run often have long-term consequences.
Interface-lift: Big changes to Business Online
Improved navigation makes it easier to access the features you most often use.
A passion for care
An injured nurse changes jobs and becomes an advocatefor patients with diabetes.
Workplace Violence Conference available to SAIF policyholders
SAIF customers eligible for discounted registration.
Safety Services: A resource for small business
Got safety challenges? Safety Services is ready to help.
Controlling your workers’ comp costs | Part one
Understanding your premium can help you to lower it.
SAIF moves Portland office to new downtown location
Expanded space increases SAIF's local presence, allows Service Center and Northern Regional Office to improve service.
Gates Furniture of Grants Pass recognized for safety excellence
Gates Furniture, a SAIF policyholder in Grants Pass, has been recognized by Oregon OSHA as the latest employer in the Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP).
Printed injury reports to be discontinued
Injury reports now available on Business Online
SAIF enhances online Employer Guide
All the workers' compensation information you need, including an expanded section on safety.
National Healthcare Ergonomics Conference coming to Portland in March 2009
Nurses, caregivers, health care employers, and safety professionals will gain knowledge about current practices.
It's time to post your OSHA 300A summary
OR-OSHA rules require employers to post the summary form no later than February 1 and keep it posted through April 30.
Major workplace safety conference coming to Portland
Employers: The GOSH conference is only held every two years — don't miss the 2009 event!
Oregon students encouraged to enter safety video contest
All entries will be screened at a Portland theater, and winners will receive cash prizes.
OR-OSHA amends rules for workplace safety committees
Nearly every employer, regardless of size, will be required to have a safety committee or conduct safety meetings.
2009 CN calendar showcases the business of fun
This year's edition features 13 businesses who provide enjoyment to Oregonians and vistors.
Injury Reports now available on Business Online
The reports have a new location and a new name: Loss Runs
Fall Comp News highlights the innovators
Oregon companies lead the way in safety and efficiency.
2008-09 AGC and AOI group plans approved
The 2008/2009 AGC/SAIF Partnership Incentive Plan filing has been approved by DCBS.
Costco joins prescription drug program
Injured workers can now obtain medication for their work-related injury from Costco in addition to dozens of other pharmacies.
Advantages of sustainable business practices
Your business can benefit from taking sustainability measures. Here are a few quick tips.
Need help with class codes? Call us.
With 550 codes, it can be a challenge getting a payroll report accurate, and an accurate report can save companies money.
2009 Oregon workers' comp rate drops nearly 6 percent
Safer workplaces are helping employers reduce costs and be more competitive.
Judging the "course and scope"
In March, the Oregon Court of Appeals decided a "course and scope" case that may surprise you.
In this economy, every dollar counts
With business expenses going up, especially the cost of fuel, you may find yourself with the same goal as many other small business owners: to save every dollar you can.
Ladder Safety: Ups and Downs
Training workers on the proper safety procedures for ladder use is a critical component for minimizing safety risks.
Gravity Kills: reducing injuries from falls
Falls are the number one killer of construction workers and the number two killer of general-industry workers.
Safety training for Oregon's Spanish-speaking workers
Tomás Schwabe, senior safety and health instructor for OR-OSHA, provides safety training in Spanish.
Access to electronic policy documents expanded
Complete set of current policy documents now available to SAIF customers online.
Laws and rules change for employers and medical providers
Some of the recent changes to workers' compensation laws and rules might affect you. Here's a handy summary.
Bilingual program broadens SAIF's customer service
Customers increasingly find that SAIF speaks their language.
After the water recedes
SAIF dividend helps a lumber company following the winter floods.
The right turn in a mid-life change of course
When his doctor said he couldn't go back to his old job, it was time to look for something else.
New Roseburg office now open
Better facility will improve our ability to serve to our Douglas County customers.
Small Business Spotlight: Oregon serves artisan cheese with its wine
What goes best with Oregon's booming wine industry? Oregon cheese, of course.
SAIF changes pharmacy benefit provider
Oregon Prescription Drug Program (OPDP) to provide pharmacy benefits to SAIF policyholders
New First Fill pharmacy benefit
SAIF Corporation initiates new First Fill pharmacy benefit for injured workers
SAIF sponsors 2007 AGC ROSE awards
Oregon construction companies are honored for their outstanding dedication and commitment to safety.
It's time to post your OSHA 300A Summary
February 1 marks the beginning of the three-month time period when summaries must be posted.
Small Business Spotlight: Bringing Japanese saké to Oregon
One man's vision created the only American-owned saké company in the world.
Is access to your SAIF Business Online information up to date?
SAIF policyholders will now receive an annual verification letter identifying users with access to policy and claims information.
OR-OSHA proposes new rules for safety committees and safety meetings
The new requirements will affect nearly all Oregon employers.
Seeding innovation
Pendleton Grain Growers is replacing traditional crops with canola to make biodiesel.
More information now available to policyholders online
An online demo explains new enhancements to Business Online.
The Apprentice Becomes a Partner
When Pendleton Electric moved an injured electrician into the office, the company got new energy – and a new partner.
2008 Comp News calendar focuses on innovation, sustainability
SAIF policyholders and business partners received the 2008 calendar in mid-December.
DIVIDEND UPDATE: SAIF to mail checks the week of December 10
More than 41,000 policyholders are eligible for a dividend.
Predator insects leave a mitey small carbon footprint
Small Business Spotlight | Predator mites produced by Biotactics control pests that feed on fruit trees and other plants.
DIVIDEND UPDATE: Policyholder information now available in Business Online
New features provide easy access to dividend data.
DIVIDEND UPDATE: FAQ now available for SAIF policyholder dividend
Learn more about the dividend declared by the SAIF board on November 9.
SAIF board declares $60 million dividend for policyholders
Checks will be mailed to more than 41,000 customers in mid-December.
Workers’ compensation rates to decline again in 2008
The 2.3 percent overall reduction extends Oregon's streak of consecutive years without an increase to 18, a national record.
Stretching the typical safety program
Eugene Water & Electric Board found that a little flexibility in their safety programs goes a long way.
From The Capitol
The 2007 legislative session will go down in the history books for a number of reasons, but it will not be remembered for major changes to the workers' compensation system.
What’s in a name?
Whenever you make a name change—or any other change to your business entity—remember to put SAIF near the top of your notification list.
SAIF agriculture safety seminars underway
The seminars, including some in Spanish, will be held through March 2008.
Wearing your values on your sleeve
In a sea of similar fashion, one company's unique values set it apart.
Recent court and board decisions
Decisions by the Court of Appeals and the Workers' Compensation Board that our readers might find interesting.
Top 10 most frequently cited OSHA violations
Our goal isn't to simply help you avoid getting a citation—we're focused on helping you strengthen your overall safety process.
Making safety real in the land of make-believe
Once upon a time, students looked forward to the lazy days of summer as a time to rest and relax. But these days many teens simply shift their daytime responsibilities from schoolwork to summer work.
No strain, no claim
It happens every day. In fact, in 2006 it happened to workers covered by SAIF more than 42 times a day for a combined cost of over $94 million.
Understanding premium calculation
SAIF's installment billing process is similar to waves in the ocean—while one wave is retreating back into the sea, another is rolling over the top of it onto shore.
SAIF celebrates national Safety Month throughout June
Emphasizing its mission to improve workplace safety, SAIF is training employees, and encouraging employers to take advantage of SAIF loss control resources.
Worker leasing laws: What you need to know about leasing workers
Worker leasing companies continue to increase their presence in the business service industry. What you should know before contacting them.
Rewarding work
When injuries went off the charts in Hood River County, employees changed the safety culture and reduced them almost to zero.
Estimating payroll: Report payroll increases early
Avoid the sticker shock of a year-end, lump-sum payment due to an increase in payroll.
Online payroll reporting and premium payment available to all policyholders at next renewal
Improvements to our system make it even easier and faster to do business with SAIF online.
GOSH Conference coming March 12-15, 2007
Register today! The 30th biennial Governor's Occupational Safety and Health Conference is March 12-15, 2007.
Antonio Ruiz: Una buena ganancia para todos
With return-to-work programs and a supportive employer in his corner, not even a broken back could keep Antonio Ruiz down.
Change in daylight-saving time could impact your company
Daylight-saving time starts earlier this year, and it could mean more to you than just losing an hour of sleep. The system you use for electronic scheduling may be off by an hour between March 11 and April 1 unless you correct it.
It’s time to post your OSHA 300A summary
February marks the beginning of the three-month time period when all companies must post a summary of recordable injuries from their previous year’s OSHA 300 log.
SAIF President and CEO Brenda Rocklin talks about leadership with Rotarians
The last leg of SAIF President and CEO Brenda Rocklin's statewide field trip took her to the Bend area. Her speech about leadership to the Sisters Rotary Club was featured in the Sisters Nugget.
OR-OSHA rules for reporting fatal vehicle accidents to change January 1, 2007
Beginning January 1, 2007, new Oregon OSHA safety rules will require employers in Oregon to report fatal work-related motor vehicle accidents.
Comp News calendar mailed to SAIF policyholders and partners
SAIF policyholders and business partners recently received the 2007 Comp News (CN) calendar, featuring 12 SAIF policyholders located throughout Oregon.
We’ve updated the unique SAIF brand
You may have noticed some of the new and exciting things happening at SAIF Corporation.
Communication across cultures
A key part of any good safety program is good communication. But when your workers speak multiple languages, how do you get the message across?
Governor announces rate decline for 2007
17th straight year without an increase.
Welcome to the new Employer Guide on saif.com!
You probably noticed that we’ve made some changes to our website. The most visible change is the new look of our site.
John Gilkey named SAIF vice president for policyholder services
John Gilkey has been asked to assume the permanent position of vice president for policyholder services.
SAIF chief actuarial officer wins prestigious Dorweiler Prize
Chief Actuarial Officer Gordon Diss has won the 2006 Dorweiler Prize for actuarial research.