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Avoid the Discomfort of Computer Vision Syndrome

Focusing on a stationary object like a screen for a long period of time can have health consequences. The most common is a temporary condition called Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS).

Avoid the Discomfort of Computer Vision Syndrome2018-01-29T17:50:25-08:00

Making the Best Use of Lifting & Handling Aids

Workers who perform frequent and heavy lifting are at risk for back injuries and abdominal straining that can cause hernias. Arm, shoulder, neck and wrist pain is also a risk if materials are lifted improperly.

Making the Best Use of Lifting & Handling Aids2018-01-29T17:50:20-08:00

Diversity in the Workplace: How to Bridge the Gaps – Handout

Today’s workforce is rich in diversity. Working together are people of different ages, cultures, physical abilities, education, sexual orientation, language and religious beliefs. Each of us is unique, and our different strengths and perspectives contribute to the strength of our teams.

Diversity in the Workplace: How to Bridge the Gaps – Handout2018-01-29T17:50:14-08:00

Forklifts are Dangerous Animals: Approach with Caution

Imagine a vehicle that weighs twice as much as your family car, can’t stop nearly as quickly and is operated by a person who may not see you.

Forklifts are Dangerous Animals: Approach with Caution2018-01-29T17:49:58-08:00

Addressing Your Concerns about Hearing Protection

Hearing loss is one of the fastest growing chronic conditions facing today’s workers, affecting nearly 30 million people in the United States and Canada. While there are many causes of hearing loss, noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is one of the most common types and it can affect anyone who is exposed to loud sounds or noise over a long period of time, whether at work or during recreational activities.

Addressing Your Concerns about Hearing Protection2018-01-29T17:49:49-08:00

10 Basic Safety Rules

Workplace safety can be a complex issue, but learning and adhering to a few safety basics can go a long way toward keeping employees safe on the job. Many workplace injuries and fatalities are directly related to either not knowing how to do something and attempting it anyway or committing unsafe acts through inattention or for other reasons.

10 Basic Safety Rules2018-01-29T17:49:00-08:00

Stop, Look and Move Out of the Line of Fire

We often hear about people being “in the wrong place at the wrong time.” While this saying often refers to people who have been victims of crime, it certainly applies to workers as well.

Stop, Look and Move Out of the Line of Fire2018-01-29T17:48:44-08:00

10 Ways to Battle Burnout

Are you suffering from burnout? Can you recognize the symptoms? If so, do you know how to fix it?

10 Ways to Battle Burnout2018-01-29T17:48:35-08:00

Make the Call for Help Perfectly Clear

What would you do if you encountered an emergency, either in the workplace or outside? Would you call for help? Would you know who to call and what to tell them?

Make the Call for Help Perfectly Clear2018-01-29T17:47:44-08:00

Machines in Motion Mean Danger

It’s a simple fact: Machines need to move to perform their tasks. Whether it’s a conveyor belt carrying raw material to a mixing tank, power presses bending sheet metal or a drill press punching holes in a piece of wood, they all operate by movements that cause a serious risk to workers.

Machines in Motion Mean Danger2018-01-29T17:47:29-08:00

Safety Tips for Those Working Around Water

People who aren’t expecting to end up in water often are not prepared for that possibility and the results can be tragic. Every year in the United States and Canada, an estimated 3,800 people drown, with many of these victims being people who ended up in the water unintentionally.

Safety Tips for Those Working Around Water2018-01-29T17:47:24-08:00

Find the Fire Hazards

Workplace fires account for many injuries and deaths, with approximately three percent of workplace fatalities being related to fire and explosions. Not only do workplace fires cause injuries and deaths, they also cause millions of dollars worth of property damage every year, leading to job losses. In fact, a great many of the workplaces destroyed by fire are never rebuilt.

Find the Fire Hazards2018-01-29T17:46:09-08:00

Driving Safely in Reverse

Operating a vehicle in reverse puts you at a disadvantage. It's difficult to see all the obstacles in your way. And because the driver seating and controls are designed primarily for forward travel, it's hard to respond quickly enough to changing traffic situations. According to the National Safety Council, one in four motor vehicle accidents can be attributed to poor backing techniques.

Driving Safely in Reverse2018-01-29T17:46:03-08:00

Preparing for Emergencies in the Workplace

Unexpected emergencies occur in workplaces every day in factories, plants, offices and warehouses, as well as construction sites and on the road. It could be a fire, fatal injury, flood, earthquake, shooting, tornado, chemical spill or another kind of crisis. So it’s important that companies have an emergency response plan to cover all expected and unexpected disasters. For this plan to be effective, all employees must be trained in the roles they will play in an emergency.

Preparing for Emergencies in the Workplace2018-01-29T17:45:54-08:00

Protect Yourself Against UV Rays

Download Instructor-Led Material Meeting Kit PowerPoint WHAT'S AT STAKE Working [...]

Protect Yourself Against UV Rays2018-01-29T17:45:37-08:00

How to Select and Inspect a Ladder

Download Instructor-Led Material Meeting Kit WHAT'S AT STAKE There are [...]

How to Select and Inspect a Ladder2018-01-29T17:45:32-08:00

10 Electrical Safety Tips for Every Worker

Download Instructor-Led Material Meeting Kit WHAT'S AT STAKE Workers in [...]

10 Electrical Safety Tips for Every Worker2018-01-29T17:45:18-08:00

Be Ready for an Earthquake

Many places where we live and work are in high risk earthquake zones.

Be Ready for an Earthquake2018-01-29T17:45:02-08:00

Control Stress to Work Safely

Stress - everyone has it. It is a natural part of life, but too much stress can cause health problems and can affect your ability to work safely.

Control Stress to Work Safely2018-01-29T17:44:36-08:00

High Pressure Danger With Compressed Air

Compressed air can make short work of everything from changing tires to nailing and stapling, but its power demands respect.

High Pressure Danger With Compressed Air2018-01-29T17:43:51-08:00

Talk About Safety

Whether you call it safety coaching or a preshift meeting, you may need to talk to your co-workers about safety and why safety is a cooperative effort.

Talk About Safety2018-01-29T17:43:47-08:00

Report it or Regret it

Everyone is a safety inspector; it's part of the job to watch out for any hazards.

Report it or Regret it2018-01-29T17:43:41-08:00

Contact Us

Phone Number: 800.774.2755

Fax: 800.326.2864

Email: support@coactionspecialty.com

Mailing Address

Coaction Specialty Insurance

412 Mount Kemble Ave.

Morristown, NJ 07960

What Should I Do After An Event Occurs?

Report the loss as soon as possible to claims@coactionspecialty.com or call 800.774.2755 (Option #1 for reporting a new claim, Option #2 for all other existing claims).

When Should I Notify Coaction About A Claim?

Immediately. When filing a claim, notify Coaction by contacting us either via email at claims@coactionspecialty.com, by phone at 800.774.2755 (Option #1 for reporting a new claim, Option #2 for all other existing claims) or fax 800.326.2864.

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