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Preventing fraud
Preventing fraud keeps rates low and makes sure the right people are receiving benefits—and that's good for employers, workers, and all Oregonians.
Life at SAIF
For many employees it's our work environment—valuing diversity, prioritizing life and work, promoting health and wellness, and much more—that makes the difference here.
Injuries while telecommuting: What’s the law?
April 16, 2020 — Here’s what businesses need to know about workers’ compensation and telecommuting.
Parent tips: Keeping young workers safe
Parent tips: Keeping young workers safe
SAIF hosts October career fair for potential employees
September 16, 2024 — The event will focus on jobs in the claims division.
SAIF declares $60 million dividend
September 4, 2024 — Oregon businesses to benefit from SAIF's dividend for the 15th consecutive year.
SAIF promotes Scott Clark to regional operations director for Central and Eastern Oregon
May 31, 2023 — Customers can find Clark at SAIF’s Bend office.
SAIF kicks off annual free farm safety seminars online
October 27, 2021 — Webinars will be on November 16 and 17.
Free farm safety seminars kick off this month
October 14, 2019 — SAIF's annual ag seminars will be held in 17 cities across the state and online in English and Spanish.
5 ways to make your fall safer [video]
September 23, 2019 — Ergonomic issues are one of the leading causes of injury in Oregon—but they can be prevented.
Oregon employers to receive $160 million from SAIF
September 4, 2019 — SAIF declares two dividends, one based on premium and one tied to safety performance.
SAIF’s free ag safety seminars return later this month
October 17, 2018 — Annual trainings will be held in 16 cities between October and March and—for the first time—online as a webinar.
When ignoring work calls could save your life [video]
April 10, 2018 — SAIF reports more than 10,000 motor vehicle claims over the last 10 years.
SAIF cooks up kitchen safety series [video]
February 13, 2018 — Training addresses industry with high rate of injuries--with tips you can take home, too.
Latest culinary pairing: Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Assoc. and SAIF
June 19, 2017 — The partnership aims to reduce worker injuries and provides discounts for eligible ORLA members.
Boost workplace wellness and fight the flu this season
October 7, 2017 — Colin Sick to save the day.
SAIF releases relaxation videos for the most stressful time of year
November 18, 2017 — Short, calming videos help workers combat stress.
SAIF’s free farm safety seminars kick off Oct. 31
October 16, 2017 — Annual seminars visiting 16 cities between now and March.
Safety pays dividends
Employers who insure with SAIF may be eligible for two dividends this year: one based on premium, and another tied to safety performance.
SAIF recognizes Baker City for 100 years of workers’ comp coverage
October 27, 2016 — Baker City has been insured by SAIF since 1916.
Building relationships: investing in people for organizational impact
Building relationships: investing in people for organizational impact
Delivery drivers: risk-taking cycle
Delivery drivers: risk-taking cycle
Preventing serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs)
Preventing serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs)
Bills and payments
We understand that there’s a lot on your mind when you get injured on the job. The information on these pages can help.
Summer 2016 Comp Focus
August 9, 2016 — Comp Focus is a quarterly newsletter produced by SAIF for state agencies and public universities.
Winter 2015 Comp Focus
January 6, 2016 — Comp Focus is a quarterly newsletter produced by SAIF for state agencies and public universities.
What SAIF's new policy and billing system means for policyholders
We've been working on replacing our policy and billing system.
Publications
Good communication is essential to serving our customers well. The publications on this page describe who we are, what we do, and how we’re making Oregon the safest state.
Total rewards
Our rewards package is the complete package. It not only recognizes the work of our dedicated staff, it also reinforces SAIF's positive work climate—where we’re always seeking to set the standard for innovation, service, accountability, and performan...
Video: Building core stability and muscle symmetry
March 4, 2016 — Regularly doing the series of simple exercises in SAIF’s new video can help protect you and your employees from injury.
"Life of a claim" training
May 16, 2016 — After “Jim” is hurt on the job, he and his employer have lots of questions. Find out what happens next.
Comp Quotes | Fall 2022
Comp Quotes
Comp Quotes
Comp Quotes
Comp Quotes - Fall 2017
Comp Quotes - Fall 2017, agent news, CQ
Coming soon—an expanded contact center
January 21, 2025 — Centralized support to meet the needs of our policyholders, workers, agents, and business partners.
From the capitol | a legislative update
August 13, 2019 — Preserving SAIF's capital and strengthening Oregon’s collaborative approach to workers’ comp were major issues in the 2019 session.
Annual Report
Annual Report
"Life of a claim" training
May 16, 2016 — After “Jim” is hurt on the job, he and his employer have lots of questions. Find out what happens next.
SAIF promotes Rachel Shepherd to vice president of premium audit and underwriting services
July 17, 2024 — Shepherd began her new role July 1.
SAIF promotes Todd Graneto to chief financial officer
May 13, 2024 — Graneto previously served as the vice president of premium audit and underwriting services
SAIF promotes Olivia Keefer to chief actuarial officer
July 18, 2023 — Keefer has been with SAIF since 2012.
SAIF’s new video series combines Oregon charm with workplace safety
January 23, 2023 — Oregon Odd Jobs visits workplaces in all corners of the state.
SAIF promotes Brigitte Hamilton to vice president of claims
December 19, 2022 — Hamilton is currently director of business and software solutions.
SAIF hires Shannon Rickard as chief legal counsel and vice president of legal and procurement services
November 16, 2022 — Rickard began role in July.
SAIF promotes Holly Tindall to vice president of corporate services
July 25, 2022 — Position will serve on executive leadership team.
SAIF promotes Todd Graneto to vice president of premium audit and underwriting
May 9, 2022 — Todd started the role in March.
SAIF hires Sharifa Gomez as vice president of human resources
December 6, 2021 — Sharifa started role earlier this month.
SAIF promotes Ian Williams to chief operating officer
April 15, 2021 — Pamela Ahr promoted to new role of chief safety officer.
Coronavirus worker safety fund gets $15 million boost
April 13, 2020 — More than 1,300 businesses applied in the first 5 days.
How to reduce impact of hazardous wildfire smoke at work
September 10, 2020 — SAIF offers ten considerations for reducing smoke exposure in the workplace.
5 surprising safety lessons from ‘It's a Wonderful Life'
December 5, 2019 — It may be a beloved classic movie, but "It's a Wonderful Life" also shows what can go wrong over the holidays.
4 simple solutions for workplace resolutions
December 27, 2019 — The formula for successful workplace resolutions is the same as for personal ones.
Winter is coming. Prepare with these workplace tip videos
October 29, 2019 — SAIF highlights three ways employers prevent slips, trips, and falls during the winter months.
SAIF hosts free community class with emergency preparedness expert
October 16, 2019 — Events will be in Salem, Eugene, and Medford.
5 ways to prepare your workplace for smoke season
June 13, 2019 — Wildfire season is coming. Here’s how to prepare your business.
SAIF hires Ian Williams as vice president of human resources
April 24, 2019 — Laura Robison has been promoted to vice president of actuarial, audit, and underwriting services.
The simple safety step everyone should know [video]
April 24, 2019 — During Ladder Safety Month, learn the “belt buckle rule” and other tips for preventing painful falls.
3 heartfelt ways to make a co-worker’s day
February 18, 2019 — Reach out to your co-workers in need.
5 ways to declutter at work
January 31, 2019 — Spark safety with workplace tidying tips.
How to help employees struggling this season [videos]
December 20, 2018 — SAIF offers break from the high stress of the holidays
Every day is Small Business Saturday for these SAIF policyholders
November 21, 2018 — Join us in celebrating these small business champions.
Don't forget this important step when holiday decorating [video]
November 20, 2018 — Boxes, buckets, and benches are a few of our least favorite things.
Here's what you're missing when you're looking at your phone [video]
October 17, 2018 — You miss a lot of life looking at your phone.
SAIF remains one of nation’s 10 healthiest workplaces
October 2, 2018 — Oregon not-for-profit celebrated in nationwide program for third year in a row.
SAIF offering free forum for reforestation employers
September 19, 2018 — Training in Medford will focus on payroll reporting and injury prevention.
Oregon employers to receive money back as workers’ comp costs continue to decrease
September 12, 2018 — For the ninth year in a row, SAIF declares a substantial dividend for policyholders.
Preparing for an emergency? Don’t forget work!
September 7, 2018 — SAIF offers key considerations for workplace preparedness.
Students, hear us out: Study up on hearing loss [videos]
August 31, 2018 — PSAs remind new workers to avoid old hearing hazards
SAIF board appoints new chair, welcomes new member
June 13, 2018 — Board welcomes John Mohlis and elects Jeff Stone as new board chair
SAIF hires Laura Robison as Chief Actuarial Officer
June 7, 2018 — Robison to start role in September
SAIF urges Oregonians to “Walk like a penguin”
January 6, 2017 — Walking like a penguin reduces slips, trips, and falls.
Is a home office a workplace hazard?
March 13, 2017 — Tips for telecommuting safely
SAIF board of directors elects Jeff Stone as vice chair
June 9, 2017 — Jenny Ulum will continue as board chair.
Krishna Balasubramani appointed to another term on SAIF board of directors
September 26, 2017 — Balasubramani to serve second term on board.
SAIF urges pedestrians to be safe, be seen [video]
October 27, 2017 — New video from SAIF puts the “retro” in retroreflective wear.
SAIF honors safe TV workplaces with first annual “Safetys”
September 18, 2017 — Awards are an opportunity to educate the public on hazard identification—and have a little fun.
Is your workplace ready for winter hazards?
November 9, 2017 — SAIF offers 7 ways you can act now to prevent slips, trips, and falls later.
SAIF hopes for fewer falls and more fa-la-las this season [videos]
December 13, 2017 — New “Spot the Hazards” videos make holiday safety as fun and warm as an ugly sweater.
SAIF recognized as one of nation’s top 10 healthiest workplaces
September 28, 2017 — Oregon company celebrated as 7th healthiest employer in the country.
SAIF Board of Directors’ officers elected to second terms
June 10, 2016 — Jenny Ulum will continue to chair the board; Kevin Jensen will serve as vice chair.
SAIF among nation's Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces
October 4, 2016 — SAIF celebrated as 73rd healthiest company, based on high employee engagement in wellness activities.
OSU students provide new perspective for SAIF’s Salem renovation
December 14, 2016 — Students preparing for national competition work with Lease Crutcher Lewis to practice managing construction site
Reporting a workplace injury
Do you need to report a workplace injury? Start by submitting 801 form.
Claim status
Claim status
SAIF's commitment to serving you during this time
May 27, 2020 — Support for policyholders and workers during the coronavirus pandemic.
Longshore claims
If you’re a longshoreman or harbor worker, you will need to file federal forms from the U.S. Department of Labor, because federal workers’ comp laws apply.
AGC/SAIF members receive $3.4 million retro return
July 15, 2020 — Members rewarded for safety efforts.
Reducing your costs, one day at a time
August 9, 2016 — Total Worker Health® and other ways to keep your workforce safe and healthy, prevent claims, and lower costs
Shoulder injuries and the aging workforce
January 6, 2016 — There is a connection, and enhanced ergonomics and a formal action plan can help your employees.
Step 2 - Engage
Step 2 - Engage
AGC/SAIF members rewarded for safety efforts
July 20, 2022 — Retro return distributed to 619 companies.
What your claim status means
Your claim will be placed in “deferred,” “accepted,” “denied,” or “closed” status, depending on where it is in the process.
AGC/SAIF Members Rewarded for Safety Efforts
July 13, 2018 — AGC/SAIF workers' comp participants to receive $7.9M retro return
AGC/SAIF members rewarded with 30 percent return for safety efforts
July 14, 2017 — AGC/SAIF workers' comp participants to receive $9.8M retro return
Workers' comp for homecare and personal support workers (including PCA and ICP providers)
SAIF provides workers' comp coverage for home health care workers. Learn more about your coverage and how to file a claim through the Oregon Home Care Commission.
Annual Report 2015
Annual Report
AGC/SAIF Members receive $4.4 million retro return
July 17, 2019 — Strong safety efforts lead to return of paid premium.
Telecommuters
Telecommuters may or may not be covered by your standard SAIF policy. This section describes the circumstances for inclusion in your policy and payroll reporting requirements for workers who telecommute.
Longshore and harbor workers
Longshore and harbor workers are not automatically covered under your standard workers' comp policy. SAIF only provides coverage under the U. S. Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act (L&HWCA) if we receive and accept a written request.
AGC/SAIF members receive more than $6 million retro return
July 20, 2023 — The return acknowledges members’ safety efforts in a high-risk industry.