2025

The Importance of Chronic Disease Management in Workers’ Compensation and Workplace Safety

2025-03-24T12:32:19-04:00March 24th, 2025|2025, Workers Compensation|

Chronic diseases are becoming a major issue in the workplace, making up a large share of workers' compensation claims in Massachusetts. Conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and asthma can heighten the chances of work-related injuries and illnesses, driving [...]

Understanding Community Rating in Health Insurance: What It Means for Your Business

2025-03-18T15:40:31-04:00March 18th, 2025|2025, ACA Compliance, Employee Benefits, Health Care|

Healthcare costs in New England are among the highest in the country, putting significant pressure on businesses, and in many cases are surpassing national averages. With Massachusetts leading the nation in per capita healthcare spending (New England Journal of [...]

Navigating High Healthcare Costs in New England: How NARFA Helps Members Stay Ahead

2025-03-08T16:39:28-05:00March 5th, 2025|2025, Employee Benefits, Health Care, Health Savings Accounts|

New England residents face some of the highest healthcare costs in the nation. For example, recent data shows that the average annual premium for employer-sponsored health insurance in New Hampshire, in many cases, exceeds $7,000 for individuals and $20,000 [...]

Level Funding: A Strategic Solution for Controlling Rising Healthcare Costs

2025-02-21T14:03:41-05:00February 20th, 2025|2025, Employee Benefits, Health Care, Insurance & Benefits|

In today's complex healthcare landscape, organizations face unprecedented challenges in managing escalating healthcare costs while maintaining quality coverage for their employees. Level funding emerges as a sophisticated solution, offering a hybrid approach that combines the predictability of traditional insurance [...]

Winter Safety for Automotive, Infrastructure, and Energy Operations

2025-02-21T13:37:26-05:00February 18th, 2025|2025, Safety Tips|

Winter presents unique challenges for businesses operating across automotive, infrastructure, and energy sectors. The combination of cold temperatures, precipitation, and reduced daylight creates complex safety considerations that affect workers, equipment, and operations. Understanding these challenges helps businesses maintain safety [...]

A Comprehensive Guide to Winter Equipment Safety: Best Practices for Facility Operations

2025-02-14T10:18:47-05:00February 14th, 2025|2025, OSHA, Safety Tips|

Winter facility maintenance demands precision, preparation, and unwavering attention to safety protocols. The challenges of operating heavy equipment in harsh winter conditions, combined with the need to maintain continuous facility operations, create unique safety considerations that facility managers must [...]

Unlock Exclusive Member Benefits with NARFA: Elevate Your Business in 2025

2025-01-31T18:04:25-05:00January 27th, 2025|2025|

Elevate Your Business with NARFA's Exclusive Advantages At NARFA, we understand that the key to a thriving business in the automotive, roads, fuel, and fleet sectors lies in our operational excellence and the strategic management of your workforce's benefits. [...]

Understanding the Timeline and Importance of OSHA Form 300A

2025-01-31T18:04:26-05:00January 22nd, 2025|2025, OSHA|

Introduction to OSHA Form 300A The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers to maintain records of work-related injuries and illnesses, one of which is the OSHA Form 300A, also known as the Summary of Work-Related Injuries and [...]

Navigating Temporary Disability Benefits in Self-Insured Workers’ Compensation Programs

2025-01-31T18:04:26-05:00January 13th, 2025|2025, Employee Benefits, Human Resources, Workers Compensation|

When workplace injuries occur, understanding temporary disability benefits becomes crucial for both employers and employees. For companies in the automotive, roads, fuel, transportation, fleet and industrial sectors, managing these benefits effectively can significantly impact both worker recovery and company [...]

Understanding Workplace Safety Risks After Extended Breaks

2025-01-31T18:04:27-05:00January 9th, 2025|2025, OSHA, Safety Tips|

The transition period after holiday breaks represents a critical safety window across industrial sectors. The Bureau of Labor Statistics' most recent data reveals sobering statistics about workplace injuries in key industries, highlighting the importance of vigilant safety protocols during [...]