Workers’ Compensation Cost Control: What to do AFTER Assessment

One part of the assessment process which is often overlooked is determining what to do AFTER you've written the assessment report. You've written your report containing numerous recommendations and suggestions. Writing the report is only the first step of the cost containment solution. What is the next step? 1-Prioritize the findings and address low cost/no cost solutions first 2-Assign team lead or WC Manager to manage the cost containment process 3-Use project management tools to move the process forward and to gain momentum 4-Design project tools such as forms, templates, workbooks, pre-work, exercises, etc. 5-Some of the options: class-room training programs, one-on-one mentoring, conferences and webinars Try the WC Cost Calculator to show the REAL COST of work comp. Look at WC 101 for the basics about workers comp. Workers' Comp Kit^® is a web-based online Assessment, Benchmarking and Cost Containment system for employers. It provides all the materials needed to reduce your costs significantly in 85% less time than if you designed a program from scratch. Do not use this information without independent verification. All state laws are different. Consult with your corporate legal counsel before implementing any cost containment programs. ©2008 Amaxx Risk Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved under International Copyright Law. If you would like permission to reprint this material, contact I[email protected]