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challenging workers’ compensation landscape. Indeed, the number one defense is to establish the very workplace safety programs that have helped control costs to date. “The claim that doesn't happen is the least expensive claim,” said Sieberg. “Employers need to be proactive in creating programs that train employees on how to perform their work safely. That can include everything from making sure they’re wearing the right shoes and other protective equipment, to ensuring they’re lifting correctly and taking appropriate breaks.” Quick claims processing can also help cap expenses. “When an injury occurs, employers need to promptly re- port the matter to the carrier, then conduct an investiga- tion into how the injury occurred and how the company can obviate similar incidents in the future,” said Sieberg.
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AES is a leading full-service provider of integrated convey- ance systems specializing in scrap, trim, and dust. AES en- gineers custom scrap systems and works as a partner in process improvement to help businesses achieve greater profitability, productivity, and sustainability. Products include balers, shredders/hoggers, core shredders, filters, fans, and specialized dust control and collection systems. AES is the ex- clusive distributor for the AirShark Rotary Material Separator. For a wide variety of new and used equipment on to- day’s market, visit our website at www.acm-corp.com. BAUMER HHS CORPORATION www.baumerhhs.com hhs is a global leader in advanced gluing, camera verifica- tion and quality assurance systems for the packaging indus- try. Zero-defect quality and elevated production speeds are key parameters in the manufacturing of corrugated boxes. With hhs Xcam Box Monitoring and non-contact flap gluing of corrugated board, hhs offers every option for quality as- surance in the production of boxes with flexo folder gluers. AMERICAN CORRUGATED MACHINE www.acm-corp.com BLOWER APPLICATION COMPANY (BLOAPCO) www.BloApCo.com BloApCo has served the corrugated industry since 1933 with a variety of scrap handling solutions, including Hori- zontal Floor Shredders, Trim Cutters, and Material Handling Fans and Conveying Systems. BloApCo Shredders allow for continuous shredding and pneumatic removal of sheet waste stacks of all sizes, roll slab, cores, and carton scrap.
“When discussing the accident with employees, remem- ber that the investigation is not about blame, but about learning how to eliminate future risks.” Employers can also reduce costs by establishing ef- fective claims management programs. And the first step of such programs is the empathic communication with in- jured workers. “One of the most expensive parts of work- ers’ compensation is litigation,” said Shaw. “Bear in mind that employees usually don’t sue employers because of injuries, but because they feel disbelieved, ostracized, and unsupported. It's an emotional reaction. And so I always encourage employers, especially smaller ones where law- suits can threaten their livelihoods, to treat injured em- ployees with concern. Employees should understand that you take their injuries seriously and you will stay on top of their treatment until they can return to work.” Prompt Action Prompt action is especially cost effective for claims of psychological stress. “The temptation by insurance com- panies is to delay mental health claims, especially during the first couple of months after a report,” said Shaw. “But what we know is that if we can get those people prompt behavioral support, even if we do not accept workplace responsibility, we can get them back to work more quickly and reduce claim cost and duration by up to 70 percent.”
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Leading manufacturer and installer of quality retrofits, up- grades and replacement parts for S&S and Prime Flexo Folder Gluers. Specialists in reconditioning of S&S Flexo Folder Gluers, including ink, air and electrical systems.
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Serving the corrugated box industry since 1991, Chicago- based Corrugator Belt Service LLC maintains corru- gator belts for peak board quality and performance.
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