Search results for: “Workplace Safety”

  • Protecting Your Commercial Kitchen from Fires: A Critical Risk Management Issue

    In the dynamic environment of commercial kitchens, safety is paramount, not only for protecting personnel and property but also for ensuring operational continuity. Among several potential hazards, kitchen fires pose a significant risk, often resulting in devastating consequences if not properly managed. As risk managers and industry leaders, understanding the nuances of fire prevention and…

  • Navigating Pollution Liability Exposures: Strategies for Effective Risk Management

    Pollution incidents—chlorine leaks at hotel pools, dust from construction sites, chemical releases in manufacturing, etc.—pose significant safety and liability challenges across many industries, including hospitality, construction, manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, and agriculture. The scenarios above highlight the critical need for organizations of all sizes and across all sectors to integrate pollution risk management into their safety…

  • Guestroom Privacy and Key Control: From Policy Statement to Operational Imperative

    When it comes to liability in hotels, few issues rival the reputational damage and monetary losses stemming from failures in guestroom security and privacy protection. The infamous Erin Andrews v. Marriott case—resulting in a $55 million jury award to the Fox Sports reporter—remains a stark reminder of how critical these protections are.1 Such privacy violations…

  • Musculoskeletal Disorders: Posturing a Productive Work Environment

    As you’re reading this article, take a moment to think about your posture. Are you leaning forward at your desk, or have your neck craned over a phone? Are you sitting upright with your head forward? Or, are you noticing tension in your neck, and an ache in your lower back?   Compared to the…

  • Solar and Wireless

    Business Issue A business owner in the solar and wireless industry was looking for an insurance broker that could put them in a better position to bid on more jobs. Due to a higher than average number of claims, they were occasionally prevented from doing so. After meeting with a McGriff team, the business owner…

  • How Trade Credit Insurance Protects a Company’s Assets, Unlocks New Markets

    Accounts receivable are critical to a company’s balance sheet, directly affecting cash flow and profitability. Yet while most companies insure against property loss, liability, and other unpredictable, high-exposure events, their most valuable asset is open to loss. There is a safer way to do business: trade credit insurance. Trade credit insurance protects businesses from the…

  • McGriff National Webinar Series (2025)

    About the Webinar Series Webinars typically take place on the third Thursday of every month at 2:00 p.m. Eastern time. Each webinar lasts approximately 60 minutes. Registration links are provided below with each webinar; a confirmation email will be sent to the email address provided. Reminder emails will be sent 24 hours and one hour…

  • Client Education and Resources

    Client Education and Resources Education and Training Resources to Meet Your Needs We understand the education and training challenges you face, and we’re here to help. We are committed to providing our clients with access to online learning courses, streaming videos, educational webinars, and risk management content to support your unique needs. Online Learning Courses…

  • Risk Control Consulting

    Risk Control Consulting Mitigate Risk and Reduce Loss Exposure By helping reduce your loss exposure, our Risk Control consultants help lower the number of loss incidents and improve your status in the marketplace. As an extension of your risk management team, we provide actionable insights and market-leading transfer and mitigation strategies to make your workplace…