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Loss Control for Social Service Programs

Social Service Programs throughout the nation face a crisis related to funding from private and government sources. New tax policies may eliminate deductions for charitable contributions potentially having drastic financial consequences. Volunteerism and community service may also be affected as the economic recession continues. Depending on Federal deficit spending Social Service programs may or may not be able to continue to serve their communities. Social Service Program leaders are working hard to make sure their program continues to meet the guidelines that allow for funding from various sources and that keep them in a favorable tax status.

At Thomco we recognize the regulatory difficulties Social Service program managers face on a daily basis. Our Loss Control Services for the Social Service industry are designed to target the areas where we see frequent and sometimes severe losses. We understand some companies' loss control services appear to mirror the already burdensome compliance inspections. Our approach to Loss Control for Social Service programs is to make recommendations for program, policy, or procedural changes that we have identified as having a positive impact toward reducing losses. We can tailor our services to address specific losses, industry trends and at the same time maintain or improve documentation that is needed to meet compliance issues.

By following the links from this Risk Management website clients can find a myriad of valuable loss control information for Social 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. Coming soon will be a link to a public forum where clients can post comments, questions, and information to help others in their loss control efforts. We encourage you to visit the site often. If you have any questions about loss control services for Social Services providers please contact Bill Coons at BillC@thomcoins.com

Suggestions about Risk Management for Social Service Program 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.

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
What are we looking for and why? How often should we perform inspections? Who should perform inspections and what is the best way to respond when findings indicate potential problems?
Facility Inspection Guidelines

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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http://www.ncaf.org
Keep up to date with the National Community Action Foundation - Washington, D.C.'s advocate for the nation's community action agencies. Follow this link to communicate with politicians, learn about funding, research programs and identify Best Practices for your operations.
http://www.IntelliCorp.net
Background checks are an essential part of the application and approval process for employees who work with children or vulnerable clients. 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 link to 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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