News & Information

Virtual Member Workshops 2022

2/10/2022 7:00 am

Due to the increase in COVID cases across the state, this year’s Member Workshops will be held virtually. As a risk management organization, we have to consider what is best for the health and safety of our membership and staff.

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PRIMA National Conference Scholarship

By  Halie Gallik | 2/9/2022 7:00 am

Applications are now available for Public Entity Partners’ Excellence in Risk Management PRIMA Scholarship. This scholarship provides financial assistance for participation in the National Public Risk Management Association (PRIMA) annual conference, which will be held June 5 - 8 in San Antonio, Texas

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Loss Control Consultants Step Into New Roles

By  Halie Gallik | 2/9/2022 7:00 am

Two of Public Entity Partners’ loss control consultants have recently moved into new positions. Bob Lynch is now filling the role of casualty consultant for Middle Tennessee, while Jim Bell Hatchel has transitioned from our underwriting department to the role of property conservation consultant for Middle Tennessee.

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Meet Debbie Yeager, West TN Member Services Rep

2/9/2022 7:00 am

Debbie Yeager joined Public Entity Partners on Sept. 1, 2020, as the West Tennessee member services representative. In this role, she serves as a liaison between PE Partners and the West Tennessee membership, and is the primary point of contact for them regarding their risk management and insurance needs. She supports members by sharing information on programs and services offered by PE Partners, assisting with renewal applications, and working with the underwriting and loss control departments.

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Entry-Level CDL New Requirements

By  Halie Gallik | 1/4/2022 7:00 am

Because municipal entities employ drivers who operate motor vehicles requiring a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), PE Partners is sharing a new requirement for entry-level driver training from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

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Winter Driving Preparedness

1/4/2022 7:00 am

Be sure your employees are well-prepared for driving in wintry weather, particularly if they operate vehicles that are owned by your entity. Preparing in advance for challenging weather reduces risk for your entity and employees, as well as other drivers on the road.

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Importance of Certificates of Insurance

By  Jim Bell Hatchel | 12/9/2021 7:00 am

Since PE Partners’ underwriting team consistently receives inquiries from members pertaining to certificates of insurance, we prepared a list of the most frequently asked questions and their answers.

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Mitchell Honored at TnPRIMA

12/9/2021 7:00 am

At the TnPRIMA Conference in November, Public Entity Partner’s (PEP) very own Tahtia Mitchell, Loss Control Specialist was awarded the 2021 Risk Management Associate of the Year award. “This award is designed to recognize an individual in risk management whose performance was and is exceptional,” according to the TnPRIMA nomination form.

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REWARD Program Webinar

By  Halie Gallik | 12/9/2021 7:00 am

Workers’ compensation ensures that injured workers have access to medical care. It also covers wage replacement, depending on the amount of time an injured employee is unable to return to work. Successful workers’ compensation programs are partnerships designed to keep employees safe and free from accidents and injury through risk management. In the event an injury or accident does occur, they also provide treatment so injured employees are able to return to work at or as close to their pre-injury conditions as possible.

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Spring Member Workshops

12/9/2021 7:00 am

Public Entity Partners has scheduled several upcoming member workshops during the month of March. These workshops are designed to help members gain a greater understanding of the basics of underwriting and risk management.

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