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The Division of Risk Management insures hundreds of vehicles that employees rely on daily to fulfill the duties of their job. While we empower drivers with training and support defensive driving habits, accidents still occur. This month’s webinar, hosted by Cerena Withers and Bret Burgon, dives into details about how to report auto losses involving state-insured vehicles, key consideration and

One of the most common questions we receive at State Risk Management is about traveling out of Utah in a Risk-insured vehicle. Can we do it? Should we do it? Certain school districts and state agencies must travel briefly out of state to access other parts of Utah on a regular basis. These are covered trips and not a concern.

This risk webinar focuses on winter readiness and safely shutting down buildings for the holidays. The video emphasizes that the holiday season, when many buildings are vacant for two or three weeks and the majority of staff is not present, is often when damage occurs due to unmonitored issues like water flow. Links to Video & Presentation Handout

Risk Managers and Risk Coordinators, We are refining the Certificate of Insurance process, effective immediately. Linked below are the changes and a template for requesting COIs moving forward. The template gives a brief explanation of each section of the COI. The template can be copied and used each time you create a COI. This will help ensure fewer mistakes are

The majority of slip-and-fall incidents occur under snowy or icy conditions, posing significant safety and liability challenges for Facility and Risk Managers. Ensuring that your property is adequately prepared is not only a matter of public safety, it can be a legal and financial responsibility. This guide provides a comprehensive framework for effective snow and ice management. It outlines proactive

This month’s Risk Webinar was presented by our Liability Specialist/Engineer Wesley Whittington, and focused on slips, trips, and falls within the State of Utah. The session covered the basics of identification, inspections, prevention, mitigation, and a claims overview of slips, trips, and falls submitted to the Division of Risk Management. Wesley also introduced the Water Mitigation Plan to prevent and

The Utah Division of Risk Management provides best practice recommendations to reduce injuries and potential liability claims. Risk Management consistently identifies slips, trips, and falls as the leading cause of injury in state-owned and state-insured buildings, underscoring the critical need for proactive prevention. As a governing state entity, we are responsible for adhering to all applicable local and federal safety

This quick overview introduces the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and highlights the critical role supervisors and managers play in ensuring reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities.

Utah PTA is a non-profit, grassroots child advocacy association composed of parents, teachers, and students. As an affiliate of the National PTA, it operates at the local, council, and state levels throughout Utah. Local chapters play a vital role in organizing fundraisers, educational events, and volunteer efforts — all aimed at supporting student success and advocating for strong educational policies.

This month’s Risk Webinar was presented by our Claims Manager, Andrew Seeley, and focused on the topic “How to Report a Property Claim.” The session covered essential information, including what to do when property damage is discovered, whether or not to file a claim, claim filing deadlines, the information needed by Risk Management, and the steps taken after a claim is