Fitness and Wellness

As of July 13, 2018, 46 states and the District of Columbia had passed laws legalizing the use of marijuana in some form or another - and these are changing seemingly by the day. With the complexity of issues surrounding marijuana use continuing to evolve, so too, do the issues facing employers with regards to medical marijuana use, off-duty use, and workplace drug policies including drug testing. It’s more important than ever for employers across all industries to become familiar with...

As much as most people enjoy the warmth of the summer sun, extreme heat accompanied by high humidity can be dangerous, even deadly. Each year, the summer heat kills nearly 175 Americans and sickens thousands more. It’s important to remember that heat safety is not just something to be aware of while enjoying leisure activities on the weekends – it’s also a major risk exposure for your business on any given work day. Health care providers whose duties call for them to work...

The health club industry was worth 81 billion U.S. dollars worldwide in 2015, a figure not lost on the physical therapy industry looking to bulk up. More and more practices add cash-based fitness and wellness centers to their business models each year. However, with growth comes added risk. Proper planning and risk management is essential to ensuring the safety and security of all who use your facility. So, let’s start at the beginning. Gearing Up We all know the friend who “doesn’t...