June 9, 2020
AgencyHow Commercial Trucking Businesses Can Stay Compliant with Federal Law
Commercial trucking is a very important industry. As businesses grow more and more reliant on e-commerce, the demand for rapid transportation of goods is only going to increase. You need to make sure that your commercial trucking operations are quick and efficient if you want to stay in the game. At the same time, you […]
June 8, 2020
Agency3 Legal Requirements You Need to Know if Your Business Owns a Warehouse
If you are in the retail business, at some point, you may find yourself needing a warehouse in order to house all of your inventory. However, before you start looking for commercial properties, there are a few things that you should know. Storage Not only is it important to make sure you have an adequate […]
June 5, 2020
AgencyEssential Equipment You Need Before Paving a Road
Just as with any construction process, paving a road requires specific equipment to be done well. Without the proper equipment, you run the risk of the asphalt cracking and causing potential damage to vehicles. If you’re paving a road, be sure to use the following equipment. Asphalt Pavers Asphalt pavers are incredibly useful machines that […]
May 28, 2020
AgencyHow To Prepare For A Catastrophic Storm During A Pandemic
Colorado weather can be extremely volatile. In the spring, it’s very possible to have a snowstorm one day and a thunderstorm the next. Although being prepared for a storm is not top of mind when the news is full of information about the COVID-19 Pandemic, being prepared may make dealing with a disaster much easier during this […]
May 22, 2020
AgencyHow Your Business Can Safely Haul Equipment from the Shop to the Jobsite
Hauling equipment safely from one place to another can seem a daunting, not to mention dangerous, task. However, if you take precautions and use common sense, you shouldn’t encounter any problems in your journey from point A to point B. Protect Those in the Cabin Your top priority is to protect those in the cabin […]
May 15, 2020
AgencyHow Taking Government Assistance For Payroll Could Affect Your Insurance Premiums
Many businesses are trying to take advantage of the government’s Payroll Protection Plan (PPP) Loans. It’s a great program to help keep people employed and keep our economy moving forward. However, like with any government assistance program, sometimes there are unintended consequences. Insurance policy premiums are determined in a few different ways. Sales, cost of goods, […]
May 11, 2020
AgencyThe Virus You Aren’t Thinking About
Insidious and unseen, it seems that everyone is on the lookout for a virus in 2020. The world’s anxiety level has reached new heights this year with the novel coronavirus making headlines. ”Social distancing” and “self-quarantine” are the new buzzwords of 2020 and for good reason. The virus has affected every business in at least […]
May 4, 2020
Agency5 Tips for Successfully Working from Home
As we all attempt to make the best out of the tough road we are on, it is important to remember that our own mental health should be a top priority. Whether your day to day life has changed drastically, or very little, the social impacts of what is going on in our world this […]
April 30, 2020
AgencyWhy Good Communication is Critical at Your Workplace
There are few things that are as important at work than a positive company culture that fosters teamwork, respect, and working towards unified goals. The singular most important individual trait that can foster a workplace environment like this is good communication. Communication is the nervous system of your workplace, sending signals and messages up […]
April 15, 2020
AgencyOSHA’s Guidelines for Protecting Employees From COVID-19
Preventative action toward stemming the COVID-19 (coronavirus) spread has taken over the world, including your business. You and your employees (who make your business successful) face challenges never before experienced. So, what do you do? As a safety professional with Alliance Insurance Group, I follow recommendations from the Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA’s primary […]