Insights and tips on how to protect your adventure sports business, giving you and your guests peace of mind.
Did you know that 40% of occupational injuries occur among workers who have been in their roles for less than one year? Minimizing workplace injuries should be top of mind for adventure sports businesses, and implementing safety orientations in the onboarding process can play a major role in making this a priority.
All drivers, whether they’re taking the company vehicle out or simply commuting, should be prepared for anything Mother Nature throws their way. Driving in hazardous winter conditions requires special safety measures to stay safe.
Don't let safety concerns dampen your holiday spirit and turn into risk-mas. Whether it’s potential property damage or weather-related risks, winter can significantly impact your business’s operations.
In cold climates, everyone is susceptible to frostbite, but taking a few simple precautions can help keep your team and guests safe when participating in a winter sport.
Many outfitters rely on seasonal workers to supplement their business during peak times, such as the upcoming winter holiday season, when there’s an influx of activity and eager adventurers. While this additional help is certainly a benefit to your business and bottom line, there are important differences between seasonal employees and 1099 contractors.
Adventure sports businesses regularly face several risks that could necessitate a temporary shutdown or reduction of operations, both of which can have devastating effects. Business interruption insurance can play a key role in ensuring operations resume following a catastrophe.
Your outfitter may be hosting day camps or field trips for younger adventurers, and children can pose a few risks that you wouldn’t normally think about when hosting adults. Here are some tips to keep in mind to ensure that every age gets the most out of their experience, and safety is at the forefront of planning.
Workplace drug utilization is not permissible and you’re within your rights to ban employees from marijuana use while on the job. Even workers who possess a medical marijuana card or are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) could be terminated for working under the influence.
Burnout — known as a state of physical, emotional or mental exhaustion — has always been an issue within the workforce, but it has become more prevalent as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now more than ever, people are increasingly anxious and stressed.
Waivers are required for any outdoor business where participants could be at risk while partaking in the sport. Your customers will probably give this paper a quick skim and sign it without reading too much into it since they most likely know what they’re getting into.