Kentucky Employers’ Mutual Insurance (KEMI) is the leading provider of workers’ compensation insurance in Kentucky with policyholders in all 120 counties.
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Work Safe Wednesday Tip: Portable fire extinguishers help stop fires by cooling fuel, removing oxygen, or interrupting a chemical reaction. Keep them visible & unobstructed, perform monthly visual checks, & have annual inspections by a licensed provider. #WorkSafeWednesday
Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Help prevent restaurant kitchen fires: avoid overloaded circuits, store flammable/combustible materials away from heat or electrical sources, keep a clean kitchen, & never leave open flames unattended. Safer kitchens start with every team member!
Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: In underground mining, red zones are dangerous pinch points. Recognize & avoid them. Never position yourself between moving equipment and a rib or another machine. Stay alert to foot traffic, moving parts, & pivot points. Stay out of red zones!
KEMI is proud to continue supporting the next generation of insurance pros with a $20,000 contribution to EKU’s Risk Management & Insurance scholarship program. We are grateful for our longstanding partnership & the chance to invest in students preparing to lead our industry.
Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Jobsite safety assessments help prevent incidents in utility work. Watch for falls, electrical hazards, unguarded equipment, & traffic. Stay 10 ft. from power lines, use/tie off harnesses, guard equipment, & inspect/document jobsites daily.
Team KEMI’s Lunch Bunch showed up 16 strong on Friday at Walk On’s Sports Bistreaux. A fun outing with good food to kick off the weekend!!!🏈
Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Prevent needle sticks in healthcare. Use self-retracting needles, never recap used needles by hand, dispose of needles in sharps containers, attend safety training, & always follow bloodborne pathogen precautions. #WorkSafe #NeedleSafety
It’s always a great day when we get to serve at God’s Pantry! Today, members from KEMI’s volunteer committee packed snack bags for kids in Fayette and Jessamine County schools. #worksafe #serveothers
Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Most cargo trucks have large blind spots where smaller vehicles can disappear from the truck driver’s view. Stay alert to oncoming traffic, check mirrors regularly, use cameras, and signal well in advance to reduce the risk of blind spot dangers.
Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Working with and around chemicals can be dangerous to employees, students, and fellow staff while in an educational environment. Be sure all employees are properly trained on chemical use. Learn more at worksafeky.com/safety-resour…. #WorkSafe
Thank you to everyone who visited with us in the exhibit hall during the 42nd Annual KYSHRM Conference. We enjoyed reconnecting with friends and networking with new ones! #worksafe #WorkersComp #KEMI #KYSHRM26
Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Drivers using a cell phone are four times more likely than non-cell users to get into accidents. The best way to ensure safety is to avoid using your cell phone while driving altogether. Visit worksafeky.com/cell-phone-sa… for more phone safety tips.
Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Improper tree felling is one of the leading causes of accidents in logging. Always evaluate the tree’s lean, the wind direction, overhead hazards, & escape routes before cutting. Keep a safe distance & maintain clear communication with crew.
We had a productive afternoon at God’s Pantry! Our crew packed 430 bags of food for God’s Pantry’s backpack program, which supports students in Fayette County Public Schools. #WorkSafe #ServeOthers #Volunteer #GiveBack #GodsPantry #FCPS #EndFoodInsecurity
Work Safe Wednesday Safety Tip: Working in automotive shops can pose safety risks. Eliminate hazards & prevent injuries by practicing good housekeeping, inspecting tools, wearing PPE, keeping fire extinguishers & exits accessible, & not wearing jewelry or loose clothing,
