Books, online courses, online tutorials, workshops and consulting services for nonprofits such as day care centers and churches that address youth protection, employment practices, facilities, emergency preparedness, workplace safety, technology and other loss control topics.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Tel: (800) 321-OSHA
Web: www.osha.gov
Risk Management Internet Services
Tel: (630) 221-9116Web: www.rmis.com (fee based)
Building Codes and Standards
American Institute of Architects
Tel: (202) 626-7300
Web: www.aiaonline.com
International Conference of Building Officials
Tel: (800) 284-4406
Web: www.icbo.org
National Conference of States on Building Codes and Standards
Tel: (703) 437-0100
Web: www.ncsbcs.org
State Licensing and RegulationSearch your state’s Web site for code, licensing, and regulation. Look for those specific to your mission, as well as those in place for buildings and grounds.
Camping/Recreational Activities
American Camping Association
Tel: (800) 428-2267
Web: www.acacamps.org
Web: www.msdssearch.com/DBLinksN/.htmMSDS are included in any chemical shipment and made available for end users. They are also available on line. Or you can request a specific MSDS from the manufacturer, who can send it by fax. Check your local library to see if it is one that has MSDS for more than 100,000 substances.
State’s Hazard Communication Act (flammable liquids)
Search your state’s Web site for “flammable liquid.”
Motor Vehicle Safety
AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety
Tel: (800) 305-SAFE
Web: www.aaafts.org
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
Tel: (703) 247-1500
Web: www.iihs.org/
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Tel: (888) 327-4236Web: www.nhtsa.dot.gov
Severe Weather & Natural Catastrophes
National Earthquake Information Center
Tel: (303) 273-8500
Web: www.neic.cr.usgs.gov
National Hurricane Center
Tel: (305) 229-4470Web: www.nhc.noaa.gov
For questions on this manual or other loss control concerns, please call The Covenant Presbyterian Insurance Program Loss Control Department at 1 (866) 644-2747. For other information call the Home Office of CPIP at 1 (888) 413-2747.
Disclaimer
Please recognize that this material is limited in scope and does not apply in every case or circumstance. While the concepts discussed here have been successful in preventing losses and reducing the size of losses for those using them, there is no guarantee that adhering to the advice in this manual or any part of it will impact any loss, loss exposure or insurance premium in any direct way. It consists of general guidelines or suggestions, rather than specific advice, does not replace or supersede any legal requirements and should not be considered as legal guidance.
Because it is necessary to apply principles or concepts to specific facts, always consult legal counsel before using this material as the basis for specific action or adopting any of the guidelines or suggestions as policy.
