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Pueblo Water: A safety comeback story made possible with workers’ comp

Learn how partnering with Pinnacol improved Pueblo Water's safety efforts and decreased costs.

Why teens get hurt on the job more often than older workers (and how to prevent those injuries)

Employers need to know how to keep their younger workforce safe. Read on for tips to keep them safe.

It’s hot! Find out how to keep your workers safe in the blazing summer heat

A new study finds extreme heat can lead to more on-the-job injuries. Learn the signs of heat illness

Health & Wellness

Six ways to protect your employees during wildfire season

Protecting your workers and your workplace against wildfires should be a priority.

Safe work: Who's most likely to cause workplace violence?

The good news is that according to a 2011 U.S. Department of Justice report, workplace violence

NCCI's verification tool: Confirm subcontractor's coverage

Learn about NCCI’s new, free verification tool that helps verify subcontractors’ insurance status.

Colorado’s top workplace risks (and how to avoid them)

Pinnacol reports on Colorado’s top workplace risks and how to avoid them.

Preparing for the worst day: Employer’s Guide to Fatal Incidents

A death at your workplace is the most devastating thing you can imagine.

Pueblo Water: A safety comeback story made possible with workers’ comp

Learn how partnering with Pinnacol improved Pueblo Water's safety efforts and decreased costs.

Helping telecommuters avoid work-related injuries

Use these expert telecommuting tips to help avoid work-related injuries and ensure employees safety.

Office ergonomics ,

Minimizing hazards in the agricultural industry

Colorado’s agricultural industry is a powerhouse, contributing more than $41 billion to the state’s

$50 million in dividend checks to Colorado businesses this month

For the sixth year in a row, we are distributing general dividend checks to employers—totaling $50M.

ICYMI: 2020’s most read health and safety content

Dive into Pinnacol's most-read stories of 2020.

Our Most Popular Posts

Take a closer look at our most viewed blog articles on work safety, business tips and risk management.

Safe work: Who's most likely to cause workplace violence?

The good news is that according to a 2011 U.S. Department of Justice report, workplace violence

Top companies to work for 2021: Employees made Pinnacol No. 1

In 2021, The Denver Post recently named us as the top large employer in Colorado.

Future of Workers ,

Professional services

Earbuds vs. hearing protection headphones: Which is better for employee health?

Do earbuds reduce noise safely for employees?