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Loss Control Assistance for Mental Health Service Providers

Service providers for people who suffer with various types of mental illness play an important role in the stability of our nation. Without structured programs for these vulnerable individuals the potential for significant losses increases drastically. Additionally, loved ones who are responsible for the well-being of individuals suffering from mental health problems need to know they can continue working and their family member will have a place to interact with others and function according to their abilities. Thomco understands the special challenges faced by Mental Health service providers. We also recognize the unique challenges to Loss Prevention mental health providers face on a daily basis.

Our approach to loss control for the mental health industry is to address the most common causes of loss we see industry wide. Due to heavy state and federal regulations of these industries the last thing our clients need is detailed inspections that mirror regulatory inspections. Rather, we provide programs, policies and procedures for our clients that 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 service providers. 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 the Mental Health industry please contact Bill Coons at BillC@thomcoins.com

Suggestions about Risk Management for Mental Health 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.

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
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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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