As students and teachers use more and more electrical devices, it may be tempting to plug many of them into the same outlet. However, it can be dangerous to overload electrical outlets and cause much more of a disruption than…
Facilities in your school district may contain machines that could be dangerous if someone unexpectedly turns them on. These machines have a certain amount of stored energy that could cause injury to employees. Here, CM Regent has outlined some keys…
You are responsible for making sure all drivers who transport students in your school district are safe and responsible. You can do this by checking your drivers’ motor vehicle records, or MVRs, which are available through the Pennsylvania Department of…
When an accident occurs in the workplace, it is important to conduct a thorough investigation. That means gathering the right information both to assess the accident itself, and to prevent future accidents. CM Regent risk control consultants work with schools…
Not all athletic or playground injuries involve participants or children playing on the equipment. Anyone in the “field of play” (the general vicinity of the field, court or playground) is at risk of injury if they do not take precautions.…
About 70% of all school and childcare injuries happen during recess or physical education. Schools can prevent many of those injuries by providing proper supervision. CM Regent is committed to giving schools the information they need to keep children safe.…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, allergies affect an estimated 8% of children in the United States. If you run a school, you likely already have an extensive plan in place to protect students with allergies. But…
Do you have therapy animals in your school or are you looking to add them? We are still learning about how COVID-19 spreads, but there have been some instances where it has been identified in animals. If you have, or…
Falls are one of the most common causes of work-related injuries at schools across the United States. A slip, trip or fall can result either in a minor injury requiring first aid or a major injury resulting in a stay…
While the media often defines “student violence” with extreme cases, such as a student bringing a weapon to school, schools are more likely to experience different kinds of issues. Students who have special needs, such as autism, may lash out…