Friday, July 1, 2011

New Solar Workforce leadership

Later this month, I'm leaving SJSU after nine years to take a new job at the Keck Graduate Institute, one of the seven Claremont Colleges. With my departure, I have stepped down as director of the SJSU Solar Workforce project, effective July 1.

The new director is Meg Virick, my College of Business colleague and formerly research director for the project. Jim Mokri will remain in charge of the curriculum work in the College of Engineering, and I will be contributing (as time permits) to the curriculum work in the College of Business.

I have every confidence that the project is in good hands, as do our sponsors at SolarTech. My rate of blogging will go down here, but I still hope to post occasionally before the project ends in June 2012.

4 comments:

  1. Solar installer workers comp provides essential financial and legal protection for renewable energy businesses and rooftop technicians facing daily hazards on the job. Working at dangerous heights, handling heavy panels, and operating around high-voltage electrical components expose installation crews to risks like falls, strains, and severe electrical shocks.

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  2. Solar installers face high-risk exposures—working at dangerous heights, handling heavy panels, and navigating electrical hazards. Workers' comp covers medical expenses, lost wages, and disability for injuries like falls, burns, or strains. Premiums depend on payroll, accident history, and proper classification codes (such as 6603 or 6319). Critical safety measures include fall protection, ladder safety, and electrical training. Properly classifying workers, carrying subrogation rights, and verifying subcontractor coverage are vital to controlling claims costs and ensuring compliance while safeguarding both rooftop crews and your bottom line.

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  3. Solar installer workers' compensation insurance covers medical expenses and lost wages for employees injured on the job. Common claims include falls from roofs, electrical shocks, heatstroke, and strains from lifting heavy panels. Policies typically include employer's liability protection. Premiums are influenced by payroll, claim history, and state regulations. With the inherent risks of rooftop work and equipment handling, this coverage is essential for protecting both your workforce and your business from financial losses due to workplace accidents.

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