News

November 20, 2024

Webinar Series: “Preparing for Winter Weather.”

We’re excited to introduce our new 30-minute webinar series from the Loss Control team, designed to address current topics impacting our insureds. The goal is to provide valuable insights that can help minimize risks and educate our insureds. Our first session, led by Wesley Whittington, focused on “Preparing for Winter Weather.” Key topics included common cold weather hazards like slips
October 16, 2024

Welcome New Auto Liability Specialist – Jamison Thompson

Beginning his Risk Management career in 2009, Jamison comes to the Division with a wealth of experience to apply to the Loss Control / Strategy, Analytics, and Technologies teams.  Possessing a strong background in Claims Management, Data Analytics, RMIS Administration, and Fleet Operations, he will be applying his efforts to minimizing exposures on our Auto Property and Auto Liability lines
October 16, 2024

Welcome New Loss Control Employee – Ed Rappleye

We are excited to welcome Ed Rappleye to the Division of Risk Management. With almost 20 years of experience working for the State of Utah, Ed most recently worked for the Division of Facility Management before coming to Risk. Ed will be a Loss Control Consultant for our Loss Control Team. We’re excited to see how Ed can put his
April 2, 2024

Effective July 1, 2024, the Ergonomics Program will be discontinued.

As of July 1, 2024, the Division of Risk Management will discontinue its Ergonomics Program for State Agencies, Agencies will need to submit reimbursement requests by May 30, 2024, to be eligible for reimbursement. Requests received after May 30, 2024, will not be considered for reimbursement. Agencies wishing to perform any ergonomic assessment are encouraged to schedule them as soon
April 1, 2024

New Claims Manager – Andrew Seely

Risk Management is excited to announce our new Claims Manager! Andrew Seely has been promoted to be the Claims Manager. Andrew replaces Jim Christensen, who retired from Risk in March of 2024.  Andrew joined the Division of Risk Management as a Claims Adjuster in September 2019. In October 2023, Andrew was promoted to Assistant Claims Manager. Andrew has 10 years
March 26, 2024

I need help! Who do I contact at Risk Management? 

If you have any questions for us at Risk Management here is a list of common topics and who to contact in alphabetical order. It also includes a list of links on our website that may be helpful.
January 29, 2024

Business Email Compromises – A Social Engineering Attack

Business email cyber attacks have been increasing over the years. Here is a little information from our Loss Control team on how to avoid social engineering business email compromises tied to these cyber attacks.
January 29, 2024

Fire Protection/Detection Impairments

Well-maintained fire protection and fire alarm systems are designed to promote safe occupant evacuation and reduce property damage. Here is some helpful information provided by our Loss Control team reviewing fire protection and detection impairments to help reduce property damage.
January 24, 2024

New Finance Manager: Audrey Crowton

Audrey Crowton is our Finance Manager. Audrey joined the Division of Risk Management in December 2023. Audrey has had over 10 years experience in the private sector working as a financial controller and manager. Audrey received her BS in Business Finance from BYU and a MBA from the UofU. Audrey is excited for the opportunity to work for the State