SAIF news and media
Whether you're a member of the media or not, you'll find in this section the latest information about SAIF and the workers' comp system.
4 ways to keep workplaces safe this summer
How to keep employees safe during warm weather and wildfire season.
Address impairment concerns with new technology
Check out new technology solutions for this common workplace hazard.
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SAIF offers expertise on COVID-19 workplace safety
Claims data show toll of COVID-19 on workers. -
AGC/SAIF group members to receive return for 2019-2020 performance
Retro return distributed to 625 member companies. -
4 ways to keep workplaces safe this summer
How to keep employees safe during warm weather and wildfire season. -
Address impairment concerns with new technology
Check new technology solutions for this common workplace hazard. -
SAIF hires Chip Terhune as new president and CEO
Terhune will start on July 1. -
SAIF promotes Ian Williams to chief operating officer
Pamela Ahr promoted to new role of chief safety officer. -
SAIF declares $210 million dividend; second during pandemic
This is the 12th year in a row SAIF has returned a dividend to policyholders. -
New technology can help address OSHA rule
Wearable sensors can help control the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace -
How to reduce impact of hazardous wildfire smoke at work
SAIF offers ten considerations for reducing smoke exposure in the workplace. -
AGC/SAIF members receive $3.4 million retro return
Members rewarded for safety efforts. -
SAIF declares $100 million dividend
Policyholders will receive their dividend in October. -
Coronavirus worker safety fund gets $15 million boost
More than 1,300 businesses applied in the first 5 days. -
New fund to help Oregon businesses respond to coronavirus
The coronavirus worker safety fund will help pay for expenses tied to making workplaces safer. -
Why your boss might be the key to flu prevention
Regardless of your title, work can wait. -
It's time to talk about mental well-being in the workplace
Support a culture of well-being at your workplace by encouraging use of mental health resources. -
4 simple solutions for workplace resolutions
The formula for successful workplace resolutions is the same as for personal ones. -
5 surprising safety lessons from ‘It's a Wonderful Life'
It may be a beloved classic movie, but "It's a Wonderful Life" also shows what can go wrong over the holidays. -
Winter is coming. Prepare with these workplace tip videos
SAIF highlights three ways employers prevent slips, trips, and falls during the winter months. -
SAIF hosts free community class with emergency preparedness expert
Events will be in Salem, Eugene, and Medford. -
Free farm safety seminars kick off this month
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]
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
SAIF declares two dividends, one based on premium and one tied to safety performance. -
Pets account for nearly 400 workers' comp claims a year [video]
Learn how to prevent injuries from adorable Oregon predators. -
AGC/SAIF Members receive $4.4 million retro return
Strong safety efforts lead to return of paid premium. -
5 ways to prepare your workplace for smoke season
Wildfire season is coming. Here’s how to prepare your business. -
Chainsaws aren’t only dangerous in horror movies [videos]
New videos from SAIF offer safety tips for chainsaw use at home and work. -
The simple safety step everyone should know [video]
During Ladder Safety Month, learn the “belt buckle rule” and other tips for preventing painful falls. -
SAIF hires Ian Williams as vice president of human resources
Laura Robison has been promoted to vice president of actuarial, audit, and underwriting services. -
3 heartfelt ways to make a co-worker’s day
Reach out to your co-workers in need. -
5 ways to declutter at work
Spark safety with workplace tidying tips. -
Let's not celebrate quitters' day
3 ways to support your workers’ resolutions -
How to help employees struggling this season [videos]
SAIF offers break from the high stress of the holidays -
Every day is Small Business Saturday for these SAIF policyholders
Join us in celebrating these small business champions. -
Don't forget this important step when holiday decorating [video]
Boxes, buckets, and benches are a few of our least favorite things. -
How to avoid spreading the flu at work
Stay home—work can wait. -
Here's what you're missing when you're looking at your phone [video]
You miss a lot of life looking at your phone. -
SAIF’s free ag safety seminars return later this month
Annual trainings will be held in 16 cities between October and March and—for the first time—online as a webinar. -
SAIF remains one of nation’s 10 healthiest workplaces
Oregon not-for-profit celebrated in nationwide program for third year in a row. -
SAIF offering free forum for reforestation employers
Training in Medford will focus on payroll reporting and injury prevention. -
Oregon employers to receive money back as workers’ comp costs continue to decrease
For the ninth year in a row, SAIF declares a substantial dividend for policyholders. -
Preparing for an emergency? Don’t forget work!
SAIF offers key considerations for workplace preparedness. -
Students, hear us out: Study up on hearing loss [videos]
PSAs remind new workers to avoid old hearing hazards -
AGC/SAIF Members Rewarded for Safety Efforts
AGC/SAIF workers' comp participants to receive $7.9M retro return -
SAIF board appoints new chair, welcomes new member
Board welcomes John Mohlis and elects Jeff Stone as new board chair -
Parents: Don’t forget this safety talk with your teens
Empower young workers to speak up for their own safety -
SAIF hires Laura Robison as Chief Actuarial Officer
Robison to start role in September -
When ignoring work calls could save your life [video]
SAIF reports more than 10,000 motor vehicle claims over the last 10 years. -
More Oregonians are working from home. Are they being safe? [video]
New SAIF video offers tips on home office safety -
SAIF cooks up kitchen safety series [video]
Training addresses industry with high rate of injuries--with tips you can take home, too. -
SAIF hopes for fewer falls and more fa-la-las this season [videos]
New “Spot the Hazards” videos make holiday safety as fun and warm as an ugly sweater. -
SAIF releases relaxation videos for the most stressful time of year
Short, calming videos help workers combat stress. -
Is your workplace ready for winter hazards?
SAIF offers 7 ways you can act now to prevent slips, trips, and falls later. -
SAIF’s free farm safety seminars kick off Oct. 31
Annual seminars visiting 16 cities between now and March. -
Boost workplace wellness and fight the flu this season
Colin Sick to save the day. -
SAIF recognized as one of nation’s top 10 healthiest workplaces
Oregon company celebrated as 7th healthiest employer in the country. -
State organizations align on health and safety
SAIF, Oregon OSHA, and the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences at OHSU sign first-ever alliance on Total Worker Health®
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