Controlling workers compensation costs in 2013 is a top priority for employers according to this article. 65% noted that the most effective measure to control their cost was fostering a culture of safety and 59% said a Recovery At Work program was highly effective.
Other popular cost control measures were, in order of popularity, on site accident evaluations, loss prevention evaluations, zero-accident goals, having a dedicated claims manager, safety committee efforts, and using a preferred occupational medicine facility.
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