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February 12, 2024 — SAIF received more than 400 claims after last month’s winter weather.

October 9, 2023 — Construction and ag seminars will both start later this month and run through next spring.

September 6, 2023 — This is the 14th consecutive year Oregon businesses will receive a dividend from SAIF.

July 20, 2023 — The return acknowledges members’ safety efforts in a high-risk industry.

July 18, 2023 — Keefer has been with SAIF since 2012.

May 31, 2023 — Customers can find Clark at SAIF’s Bend office.

January 23, 2023 — Oregon Odd Jobs visits workplaces in all corners of the state.

December 19, 2022 — Hamilton is currently director of business and software solutions.

November 16, 2022 — Rickard began role in July.

October 17, 2022 — Free seminars around the state will be in English and Spanish.

September 14, 2022 — This is the 13th consecutive year Oregon businesses will receive a dividend from SAIF.

July 25, 2022 — Position will serve on executive leadership team.

July 20, 2022 — Retro return distributed to 619 companies.

May 9, 2022 — Todd started the role in March.

December 6, 2021 — Sharifa started role earlier this month.

October 27, 2021 — Webinars will be on November 16 and 17.

August 12, 2021 — Claims data show toll of COVID-19 on workers.

July 14, 2021 — Retro return distributed to 625 member companies.

June 24, 2021 — How to keep employees safe during warm weather and wildfire season.

June 15, 2021 — Check new technology solutions for this common workplace hazard.

May 26, 2021 — Terhune will start on July 1.

April 15, 2021 — Pamela Ahr promoted to new role of chief safety officer.

March 10, 2021 — This is the 12th year in a row SAIF has returned a dividend to policyholders.

December 9, 2020 — Wearable sensors can help control the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace

September 10, 2020 — SAIF offers ten considerations for reducing smoke exposure in the workplace.

July 15, 2020 — Members rewarded for safety efforts.

June 3, 2020 — Policyholders will receive their dividend in October.

April 13, 2020 — More than 1,300 businesses applied in the first 5 days.

March 31, 2020 — The coronavirus worker safety fund will help pay for expenses tied to making workplaces safer.

February 5, 2020 — Regardless of your title, work can wait.

February 3, 2020 — Support a culture of well-being at your workplace by encouraging use of mental health resources.

December 27, 2019 — The formula for successful workplace resolutions is the same as for personal ones.

December 5, 2019 — It may be a beloved classic movie, but "It's a Wonderful Life" also shows what can go wrong over the holidays.

October 29, 2019 — SAIF highlights three ways employers prevent slips, trips, and falls during the winter months.

October 16, 2019 — Events will be in Salem, Eugene, and Medford.

October 14, 2019 — SAIF's annual ag seminars will be held in 17 cities across the state and online in English and Spanish.

September 23, 2019 — Ergonomic issues are one of the leading causes of injury in Oregon—but they can be prevented.

September 4, 2019 — SAIF declares two dividends, one based on premium and one tied to safety performance.

July 25, 2019 — Learn how to prevent injuries from adorable Oregon predators.

July 17, 2019 — Strong safety efforts lead to return of paid premium.

June 13, 2019 — Wildfire season is coming. Here’s how to prepare your business.

May 30, 2019 — New videos from SAIF offer safety tips for chainsaw use at home and work.

April 24, 2019 — Laura Robison has been promoted to vice president of actuarial, audit, and underwriting services.

April 24, 2019 — During Ladder Safety Month, learn the “belt buckle rule” and other tips for preventing painful falls.

February 18, 2019 — Reach out to your co-workers in need.

January 31, 2019 — Spark safety with workplace tidying tips.

January 16, 2019 — 3 ways to support your workers’ resolutions

December 20, 2018 — SAIF offers break from the high stress of the holidays

November 21, 2018 — Join us in celebrating these small business champions.

November 20, 2018 — Boxes, buckets, and benches are a few of our least favorite things.

November 14, 2018 — Stay home—work can wait.

October 17, 2018 — Annual trainings will be held in 16 cities between October and March and—for the first time—online as a webinar.

October 17, 2018 — You miss a lot of life looking at your phone.

October 2, 2018 — Oregon not-for-profit celebrated in nationwide program for third year in a row.

September 19, 2018 — Training in Medford will focus on payroll reporting and injury prevention.

September 12, 2018 — For the ninth year in a row, SAIF declares a substantial dividend for policyholders.

September 7, 2018 — SAIF offers key considerations for workplace preparedness.

August 31, 2018 — PSAs remind new workers to avoid old hearing hazards

July 13, 2018 — AGC/SAIF workers' comp participants to receive $7.9M retro return

June 13, 2018 — Board welcomes John Mohlis and elects Jeff Stone as new board chair

June 7, 2018 — Robison to start role in September

June 7, 2018 — Empower young workers to speak up for their own safety

April 10, 2018 — SAIF reports more than 10,000 motor vehicle claims over the last 10 years.

March 17, 2018 — New SAIF video offers tips on home office safety

February 13, 2018 — Training addresses industry with high rate of injuries--with tips you can take home, too.

December 13, 2017 — New “Spot the Hazards” videos make holiday safety as fun and warm as an ugly sweater.

November 18, 2017 — Short, calming videos help workers combat stress.

November 9, 2017 — SAIF offers 7 ways you can act now to prevent slips, trips, and falls later.

October 16, 2017 — Annual seminars visiting 16 cities between now and March.

October 7, 2017 — Colin Sick to save the day.

September 28, 2017 — Oregon company celebrated as 7th healthiest employer in the country.

September 26, 2017 — Balasubramani to serve second term on board.

September 18, 2017 — Awards are an opportunity to educate the public on hazard identification—and have a little fun.

September 13, 2017 — SAIF will return two dividends to its customers this year: one based on premium alone, and another based on safety performance.

September 1, 2017 — SAIF received more heat-related injury claims last month than the last two Augusts combined.

August 3, 2017 — Sun safety and skin care key to battling the blaze

July 14, 2017 — AGC/SAIF workers' comp participants to receive $9.8M retro return

July 10, 2017 — Before you look up, look around.

June 19, 2017 — The partnership aims to reduce worker injuries and provides discounts for eligible ORLA members.

June 19, 2017 — Data shows young worker injuries are more common during summer months.

June 9, 2017 — Jenny Ulum will continue as board chair.

March 15, 2017 — Find simple strategies for helping workers achieve their healthy goals—and be safer in the process.

March 13, 2017 — Tips for telecommuting safely

March 10, 2017 — Let daylight saving time serve as a reminder to check your tire (and shoe) tread for safety!

March 10, 2017 — SAIF, Oregon OSHA, and the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences at OHSU sign first-ever alliance on Total Worker Health®

February 22, 2017 — SAIF reports more slips, trips, and fall claims last month than the past five Januarys combined.

January 31, 2017 — With flu cases increasing in Oregon, SAIF wants to make sure the flu stays out of the workplace.

January 6, 2017 — Walking like a penguin reduces slips, trips, and falls.

January 4, 2017 — SAIF offers tips on how the workplace can support employee goals

December 14, 2016 — Students preparing for national competition work with Lease Crutcher Lewis to practice managing construction site

December 6, 2016 — SAIF reminds employers to take precautions with snow and ice in the forecast.

December 1, 2016 — Students have a chance to win $500 for a short video on teen workplace safety awareness.

November 30, 2016 — Courses will enable attendees to provide annual training to workers

November 4, 2016 — Read stories and watch videos celebrating the special people and moments that help make Oregon the safest, healthiest—and most wonderful—place to work.

November 3, 2016 — The end of daylight saving time brings extra safety risks to Oregon workers.

October 27, 2016 — Baker City has been insured by SAIF since 1916.

October 20, 2016 — The annual employer trainings will be held in 16 cities from November to March, including nine in Spanish.

October 4, 2016 — SAIF celebrated as 73rd healthiest company, based on high employee engagement in wellness activities.

August 24, 2016 — On the strength of its physical activity options and “Know your numbers” program, SAIF again tops the list of companies with 500 to 1,500 employees.

June 21, 2016 — Luke honored as Safety Professional of the Year by ASSE Columbia-Willamette chapter.

June 13, 2016 — Learn what to do if you suspect substance abuse—or something else—may be affecting an employee’s work performance.

June 3, 2016 — If your workplace doesn’t have a plan for how to respond to an active shooter, it’s time to make one.

June 3, 2016 — SAIF’s new ad campaign showcases the special moments that happen only at the workplace.

Employers who insure with SAIF may be eligible for two dividends this year: one based on premium, and another tied to safety performance.