Risk Management On Demand

Counties must invest in employee training and development to stay on top of regulatory changes, keep up with new workplace technology, ensure employees’ safety and reduce county losses. Risk Management On Demand provides convenient and relevant risk management continuing education for TAC Risk Management Pool (TAC RMP) members as a benefit of membership.

TAC RMP helps counties achieve this by providing Pool members with on demand training carefully selected to meet the particular needs of counties in the areas of human resources, law enforcement, risk control (safety), risk management and claims. Check back often as we build our library to better serve our members.

Registration Fee

Continuing Risk Management Education supports TAC RMP members and is offered to TAC RMP members at no additional cost.

Individuals will register using their member login information to receive the confirmation email with video link.

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Working Safely Outdoors in the Texas Summertime

To keep safe when working outdoors, you have to be aware of hazards and the precautions you need to take to prevent injuries or illness, particularly in the heat. In this presentation, we’ll focus on how to recognize signs of serious heat illness such as heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke—and how to tell when medical intervention may be necessary. We’ll also introduce tools that can help you make safe decisions when working during the hot months, such as NIOSH's heat index tool and other checklists.

No prerequisites are required to attend these programs.

Building a Catastrophic Response Plan for Your County

“Everything is bigger in Texas,” especially our catastrophic property claims. From unprecedented winter storms to hurricanes, erratic Texas weather can produce tornadoes, wildfires, hail, wind, and other unpredictable hazards. Every county is susceptible to a catastrophic loss. This session will provide ideas for being better prepared for these types of events. We will discuss catastrophe preparation and response to mitigate property damages before, during and after these events.

No prerequisites are required to attend these programs.

Prioritizing Safety: The Crucial Role of Regular Safety Training

Keeping employees and the public safe is of prime importance in county government operations. This session will delve into the pivotal significance of ongoing safety training, as well as various opportunities for conducting training. Attendees will gain an understanding of how regular safety training fosters a positive safety culture by creating awareness and minimizing risk, ultimately safeguarding lives and assets.

No prerequisites are required to attend these programs.

Surviving the Storm: Preparing Your County for Winter Weather

Although extreme winter weather is not common in Texas, recent history has shown us that harsh seasonal storms can occur. This can result in massive losses if counties are not prepared. This session will address building preparation and hardening, vehicle and driving hazards, and maintaining a safe work environment for county employees.

No prerequisites are required to attend these programs.

Distracted Driving

The epidemic of distracted driving has earned it the moniker “the Drunk Driving of our time.” In retrospect, we can identify numerous missteps and valuable lessons that were overlooked in the struggle against drunk driving. This session will delve into history to examine missed opportunities and explore the new challenges posed by this intergenerational issue, which extends beyond technology to encompass other factors that perpetuate distracted driving practices. By drawing upon the lessons of the past and taking immediate action, we can cultivate a culture that prioritizes safety and influence that can have a profound impact on the issue of distracted driving. By fostering positive change, we can elevate our response to protect our present and future generations.

No prerequisites are required to attend these programs.