Insider July - Sept 2023 | Issue 3

Upcoming Events Webinars July 13 - Internal Investigations 101 Aug 2 - ADA Title 1 Q&A Aug 7 - Respectful Workplace Sept 14 - FMLA Q&A Supervisor Training Series July 19 - Supervisor Training - Rexburg July 20 - Supervisor Training - Chubbuck Aug 3 - Supervisor Training - Twin Falls Aug 17 - Supervisor Training - Boise Aug 23 - Supervisor Training - Rexburg Aug 24 - Supervisor Training - Chubbuck Aug 31 - Supervisor Training - Weiser Go To Our Event Calendar to see more. *New to our Member Portal* Suicide Awareness in the Workplace - Recorded Webinar Welcome! We are excited to bring you the ICRMP Insider our new quarterly e-Newsletter! Discover what's new, see what other members are doing, learn about hot topics in claims & risk management, and get to know ICRMP.

Executive Director Message

Underwriting Update 2023-2024 Renewals On behalf of the ICRMP Board of Trustees, I wanted to provide some context to this year’s estimated renewal premiums. As with every April meeting, the Board reviewed ICRMP’s current financial position and discussed the program’s estimated future funding needs. Those needs are mainly based on estimates regarding trends in both claim frequency and severity as well as market costs to secure adequate reinsurance backing. Read More

Tim Osborne Executive Director intake@icrmp.org (208) 336-3100

*Visit our Member Portal for resources to help reduce your property & liability claims

Excellence in Risk Management Award

And the Winner is...City of Jerome!

Kelly presenting award to Esmeralda Chavez City of Jerome This year ICRMP presented the Award for Excellence in Risk Management to the City of Jerome for their commitment to fostering a culture of collaboration & development & for implementing creative ideas to risk strategies that enhances the goals & purposes of pooling. The City of Jerome has made a significant commitment to its employees & the value of professionalism by participating in & promoting HR best practices to reduce employment claims. The city has also taken steps to mitigate sewer & wastewater claims by working toward updating their collections & jetting schedules on a more frequent basis & taking advantage of the partnership that ICRMP provides. Read More

Claims Corner

Scott Oldham Claims Manager soldham@icrmp.org (208) 246-8224 Submit a Claim Email: claims@icrmp.org Website: www.icrmp.org Why It's Important to Report Your Claims Quickly A few very practical reasons are inflation & continuing deterioration of property. Right now we are in an environment where every day the price of repairing a damaged property gets more expensive. Many of the types of damage our members experience get worse over time.  Read More

On Call Policies & Pay

Lindsay Dressler Risk Manager ldressler@icrmp.org (208) 246-8209 On-call policies & pay are a hot topic, especially for law enforcement & first responders. Is your on-call policy up-to-date & legally compliant? Read More

Employment Deductible

Before taking action to terminate or suspend an employee, pick up the phone & call Lindsay Dressler, ICRMP’s new Risk Manager Read More Please call us if you have questions. We look forward to assisting you with your employment issues.

New Sec Human Resources Hot Topic

Click below for resources on laws & training materials for youth. Download Employment Laws for Youth With seasonal hiring in full swing, now is a great time to brush up on employment laws for young workers. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission developed Youth@Work to educate young workers about their workplace rights & responsibilities & to help employers create positive work experiences for young adults. https://www.eeoc.gov/youth

Find more HR resources on our member portal.

Human Resources Member Spotlight By Tammy Middleton, ICRMP HR Risk Manager

Janet Best Human Resources Director City of Post Falls As an HR Risk Manager, I frequently spend time with members discussing the risks involved with managing & supervising people. But there is another side to Human Resources, which includes supporting professional development & recognition of achievement. My spotlight is... Janet Best – the NEW HR Director, City of Post Falls Here is her story: I started at the City of Post Falls as the Payroll Coordinator in 2007. I love all things finance & spreadsheet related, so, I felt I had found the job I would hold until retirement. I loved it & loved being able to help out in HR with benefits, orientations & the occasional employee complaint. As I started to enjoy the HR side of things more, I was asked to join the HR team as the City’s Compensation Analyst. My two favorite things; spreadsheets & helping people! After 2 & a half years in that position, the HR Director told me she would be retiring & thought I would be the best fit to take her place.  After much consideration, here I am! I think HR is an integral piece of any organization; at first, I thought it was just hiring & firing, but now, I know so much more & see how policies, procedures & the meaning behind them shape the entire organization. It starts in HR & I’m excited to be a part of something so important! I am always looking for shining examples of Human Resources - if you have an accomplishment you would like to share, or know of someone who has an outstanding achievement in HR – please let me know! I would love to highlight you & all the great things that are going on in HR. Contact: Tammy Middleton tmiddleton@icrmp.org

2023 Supervisor Training Series

Space is Limited Sign Up Today The 2023 Supervisor Training Series is underway! There are 3 parts: Spring, Summer & Fall. Find dates & locations on our  Event Calendar.

Part 1 - Spring 2023 Employee Lifecycle Documentation The Art of Coaching

Part 2 - Summer 2023 Supervisor 101 Performance Management Interviewing

Part 3 - Fall 2023 Effective Disciplinary Action Performance Reviews & Evaluation Termination Prep

Bleacher Safety

Kelly Paananen Director of Risk Management kellyp@icrmp.org (208) 246-8214

Portable Bleacher Upgrades = Game Changer Are your bleachers a liability waiting to happen? Every year there are multiple fatalities & serious injuries involving children & people using bleachers. Bleachers are a common feature for schools, fairgrounds & especially agencies who host competitive sports programs & events. They come in all shapes & configurations, but typically fit into one of four categories according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC): permanent/stationary portable/movable telescopic/folding temporary Each year, thousands of bleacher-related incidents lead to emergency room visits & sadly, sometimes result in fatalities. Many of these incidents involve falls from bleachers onto a surface below. The following guidelines are based on CPSC recommendations. In addition to these recommendations, it would be wise to consult with experts in local building codes as well as to inspect your bleachers to ensure they meet safety guidelines & are maintained in good condition. Old wooden bleachers can cause splinters & injuries, but the main concerns involve falling from or through bleacher openings. Here are some steps and a checklist to help you inspect your bleachers.  Click to Download Handout

Law Enforcement Corner

Jack Ryan Keynote Speaker ISA Annual Conference ICRMP was pleased to facilitate & sponsor Jack Ryan as the keynote speaker at this year's Idaho Sheriff's Association (ISA) annual conference in May. Jack is a retired police officer & attorney who is well known for providing his expertise relating to risk management for law enforcement agencies nationwide. These services include training, high risk/critical task policy review, policy development, improved supervision, audits, risk assessments & expert witness services. Jack presented on Use of Force & Liability. He spoke on liability concerns for both jails & patrol. He referenced the importance of reinsurance & how "nuclear judgements" surrounding law enforcement claims are continuing to be a problem for pools such as ours across the United States. Jack fielded questions & spoke of the importance of logic, law & real legal cases as guidance on how to handle different situations with best practices.

Chad Sarmento Law Enforcement Risk Manager csarmento@icrmp.org (208) 246-8203

ICRMP | www.icrmp.org