Texas Nonsubscribers And Responsible Nonsubscription

07/01/2008 -- TEXAS MAY FEEL RIPPLE EFFECT OF SUPREME COURT'S HANDGUN BAN RULING
Dallas Morning News - Currently, the state allows private businesses to ban weapons on their premises, and guns are prohibited in certain places, such as government buildings and college campuses. Gun proponents hope to see those with concealed-weapon licenses given the right to carry their guns on campuses and to secured areas at the workplace.

07/01/2008 -- ADVICE ON WORKING IN SUMMER HEAT
During this time of year, it is especially important to pay attention to heat stress and other dangers posed by the summer sun. OSHA reminds readers of its free downloadable resources, such as the Heat Stress QuickCard that employees can use to reduce the risk of health ailments from working in hot temperatures.

07/01/2008 -- TEXAS CITIES COULD RESTRICT CAR TRAFFIC
Dallas Business Journal - Hammered by highway congestion, North Texas cities could soon try to pressure large employers to cut the car trips their employees take to work, in exchange for getting major highway construction on adjacent roads.

07/01/2008 -- HEALTH CARE COSTS FOR EMPLOYERS EXPECTED TO RISE
Seattlepi.com - Employer health care costs are poised to rise almost 10 percent in 2008 -- more than double the annual inflation rate -- and nearly that much again in 2009, according to an industry report released Tuesday.

07/01/2008 -- NEW FOCUS ON COMPLIANCE MAKES I-9's A BIG DEAL FOR EMPLOYERS
Law.com - The recently revised "Handbook for Employers: Instructions for Completing the Form I-9" notes: "Employment is often the magnet that attracts individuals to reside in the United States illegally. The purpose of the employer sanctions law is to remove this magnet by requiring employers to hire only individuals who may legally work here.

06/04/2008 -- PENALTY DEADLINE SET FOR NONSUBSCRIBER REPORTING REQUIREMENT
The Texas Department of Insurance Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) reports that administrative penalties will be levied against nonsubscribing businesses that have not filed the Employer’s Notice of No Coverage or Termination of Coverage (DWC Form-005) beginning on June 6th.

05/02/2008 -- NEW PROGRAMS PROVIDE INSIGHT ON NONSUBSCRIBER INJURY BENEFIT PROGRAMS
The Texas Association of Responsible Nonsubscribers (TXANS) is pleased to announce the addition of two new audio programs to its selection of services.

05/02/2008 -- TXANS AND OSHA FORM ALLIANCE FOR TEXAS NONSUBSCRIBERS
The Texas Association of Responsible Nonsubscribers (TXANS) and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) have formed an alliance to provide Texas nonsubscribers with information, guidance, and access to training targeted at reducing and preventing workplace hazards.

03/10/2008 -- NEARLY FOUR HUNDRED PARTICIPATED IN TXANS 18th ANNUAL NONSUBSCRIBER CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION
Nearly four hundred participated in TXANS 18th Annual Nonsubscriber
Conference & Exhibition last week in Austin, Texas. TXANS Annual
Nonsubscriber Conference & Exhibition is the nation's largest event for
employers that provide occupational injury benefits outside of workers' compensation.

01/30/2008 -- EMPLOYERS MUST POST ANNUAL INJURY & ILLNESS SUMMARY ON FEBRUARY 1st
The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) requires covered employers to post the OSHA Form 300A, Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses, by February 1st. Information is drawn from the OSHA Form 300, Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses which is used throughout the year to classify work-related injuries and illnesses, noting the extent and severity of each case.