Winter 2007

President's Message

Texas Mutual president
Russell R. Oliver

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Think Safety First, Second and Third

You have probably heard the saying, “Think safety first.” That’s good advice, but why stop there?

Texas Mutual Insurance Company encourages our policyholders to make safety a priority. We recognize, however, that launching a safety program from the ground up can be overwhelming. So this fall, our loss prevention team boiled the process down to its core pieces.

The result is an exciting new concept in safety: Safety First, Second and Third. Step one is the planning stage. That is when you get management buy-in, write a policy and designate a point person. In step two, you train your employees on how to implement the plan. Finally, in step three, you analyze your results and adjust your program.

With commitment from the top down, you can build a safety program that constantly evolves to meet your changing needs. And commitment is really what safety comes down to.

In our cover story, you will read about four policyholders who won special recognition for their safety programs. They compete in different industries, and their employees face unique hazards on the job.

Despite their differences, these employers have one thing in common. They know that safety is no accident. They chose to commit the time and resources to keep their employees safe and on the job.

If you do the same, you may see the returns in fewer accidents, improved productivity and lower claim costs.

Texas Mutual Insurance Company is committed to helping you improve your safety program. I encourage you to visit www.texasmutualsafetyfirst.com to learn how Safety First, Second and Third can transform your safety program. You can also visit our safety resource center for free, interactive safety training tools.

Together, we can make safety as important as quality and production in your workplace.

Russell R. Oliver
President

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