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Loss Control Assistance for Providers of Developmentally Disabled Services

Service providers for Developmentally Disabled members of society play an important role in the stability of our nation. Without structured programs for these vulnerable individuals the potential for accidents and injuries increases significantly. Additionally, loved ones who are responsible for the well-being of individuals suffering from disabilities need to know they can continue working and their family member will have a place to interact with others and develop according to their abilities. Thomco understands the special challenges faced by these service providers. We also recognize the unique challenges to Loss Prevention disabled services providers face on a daily basis.

Our approach to loss control for developmentally disabled service providers is designed to address the most common causes of loss we see industry wide. Due to heavy state and federal regulations of this industry the last thing our clients need is detailed inspections that mirror regulatory inspections. Rather, we allow our clients to respond to areas we recognize as important to controlling losses. Loss Control programs for our clients can be tailor made to address specific losses and industry wide trends. Our approach is to obtain results while providing valuable services.

By following the links from this Risk Management website clients can find a myriad of valuable loss control information for mental health and developmentally disabled service providers. There are also links to industry organizations, state compliance offices and business partners to help in your loss control efforts. The material will be updated periodically to provide information on loss trends and industry hot topics. We encourage you to visit the site often. If you have any questions about loss control services for these industries please contact Bill Coons at BillC@thomcoins.com

Suggestions about Risk Management for Developmentally Disabled Service Providers?

Contact Bill Coons with your suggestions at BillC@thomcoins.com
or call 888-546-4042

Basic Tips - Power Point Training 15 Passenger Van Safety

Utilize the 15 Passenger Van Basic Safety power point presentation to provide drivers with important tips to safe operations of a 15 passenger van

Rollover Accident Prevention Tips

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has been warning consumers about the rollover potential of 15 passenger vans for many years now. The problem still exists. Review this short 2 page summary on rollover accident prevention tips to remind your drivers of this important topic

15 Passenger Van Rollover Tag

NHTSA Rollover Hazard mirror tag can be downloaded and printed by following this link. Hang a tag on each van's rearview mirrors to remind drivers of the potential hazards of 15 passenger vans

Driver Monitoring Programs

Management can't travel on all outings with your drivers and clients, but you can have all of your drivers watched. Thomco will provide FREE "How's My Driving" programs for our clients in the Mental Health industry. Find out more by following this link


Are You a Defensive Driver?

Defensive driving is a common topic among Risk Managers. Learn some of the keys to driving defensively.
Check Out The Discounted Online Defensive Driving Training from the National Safety Council.

Some Thoughts about Distracted driving?

There has been a lot of information in the news about talking on cell phones while driving. Cell phones are just one distraction. A driver becoming distracted from their task behind the wheel has been, and will continue to be, the leading cause of accidents. Read on for further perspective about this important topic.

Risk Management Program Overview

Learn from the award winning Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc. Total Immersion guide to Risk Management. This company went from having no program to being recognized as one of the best in a short amount of time.

What to do when an accident occurs at your facility. Should administrators respond differently if an accident occurs while away from facility property but during an organized outing?
Accident Response
Slip, Trip, Fall Prevention Guide
Inspection Records
Incident Investigation Forms
Deficiency Correction Report

Use of the following types of documents represent Best Practices  for businesses who operate company vehicles or personal vehicles on company business. There may be other areas to consider in your operation such as CDL licenses but these should be considered minimum standards

Authorized Driver List
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Commercial Vehicle Evaluation Check List
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Commercial Vehicle Use Policy
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MVR Request and Policy
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Background checks are an essential part of the application and approval process for employees who work with clients who are mentally vulnerable. Whether the candidate for employment works directly with clients as a counselor or works in a support role and has access to clients, criminal background checks can help reduce the risk of your facility making a bad-hiring decision. Thomco has strategically partnered with IntelliCorp to provide our clients with a significant discount for criminal super search services
http://www.nationalsexoffenderregistry.net
In addition to criminal background checks of employees it is also wise to verify that candidates for employment are not registered sex offenders in any areas where they previously lived. Clicking on the following link can access the National Sex Offender Registry
http://www.safetyserve.com/family
Take advantage of our negotiated rates for online defensive driving training from the National Safety Council. This course is the most widely used online driver training course in the nation

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