VML I NSURANCE PROGRAMS Virginia s Local Government Specialists

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1 Financial Strength and Stability Specialized Services and Consulting Partners in Risk Management 35 Years of Financial Strength, Risk Management Partnership, and Services Members Rely On. More Than Just Coverage VML I NSURANCE PROGRAMS Virginia s Local Government Specialists Brochurename or the title 1

2 Members Supervisory Board and Management Team VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) is the first and largest group self-insurance pool in the Commonwealth of Virginia. ABOUT VML INSURANCE PROGRAMS (VMLIP) For more than 35 years, VMLIP has provided auto, property, liability, and workers compensation coverage to more than 480 local political subdivisions across Virginia. VMLIP s programs are designed to meet the needs of all Virginia local governments from the smallest to the largest. In addition to comprehensive coverages, VMLIP provides risk management program support, human resources, communications, and law enforcement expertise and consulting to members who contribute in excess of $54 million annually to the pool. 2 VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) 3

3 COVERAGES VMLIP offers comprehensive coverages tailored to meet a wide variety of local government exposures to loss. Airport Owners Liability Automobile Physical Damage Automobile Liability Automobile Replacement Cost on High Value Vehicles Boiler and Machinery Bonds Builder s Risk Canine Mortality and Injury Contractor s Equipment Crime Crisis Intervention Cyber Liability Coverage including Privacy Notification Costs Earthquake Electronic Data Processing Employment Practices Liability Flood Coverage Bigger. Better. Stronger 4 VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) General Liability Incidental Medical Malpractice Kidnap and Ransom Land Use Law Enforcement Liability Line of Duty Act No Fault Property Damage up to $10,000 Pollution Post Communicable Disease Outbreak Clean Up Property Public Officials Liability School Board Legal Liability Student Accident Suspension/Expulsion Liability VMLIP Solution (Short & Long-Term Disability Program) Workers Compensation VMLIP monitors emerging issues and legislative changes to develop coverage and service solutions for members. Canine Mortality and Injury Coverage Line of Duty Act VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) 5

4 PROGRAMS AND RESOURCES Business Continuity Services: Provides access to generators, technology, office space, and Internet/ phone connectivity for members in the event of a widespread or localized disaster, in addition to business continuity planning assistance. Contract Review: VMLIP offers contract review to ensure member contracts containing insurance requirements not only have the required insurance placement, but that member entities do not unintentionally waive rights or accept liability on behalf of another. This is offered at no cost. First-Fill Prescription Program: Provides payment for the first prescription(s) needed by an injured employee, ensuring they face no outof-pocket expenses even if the claim is later found to be non-compensable. Through workers compensation, injured employees have access to more than 1,500 pharmacies throughout Virginia. NT/24: Provides access to a registered nurse 24/7/365 to provide immediate medical advice following a workplace incident via a toll free number. Accident reports and claims are filed on behalf of the member through this service, helping to reduce claims costs. VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) offers a variety of programs and resources designed to maximize members risk management efforts. They include: Property Appraisals: VMLIP contracts for professional appraisals of all member locations valued at more than $1 million on a five-year basis, at no charge to members with property coverage. In addition to providing building and contents values, appraisals also provide square footage, flood zone, and fire protection information. VMLIP Multimedia Library: The VMLIP Multimedia Library houses more than 500 safety videos, 30 modules, and numerous publications to assist members with conducting in-house training on a variety of risk management topics. Grant Program: Each year VMLIP provides Risk Management Grant funding to members for the purchase of vital safety and security equipment or training needed to strengthen risk management programs. Members have utilized funding for the purchase of equipment such as law enforcement body cameras, security cameras, lightning strike detectors, and more. Risk Management Guidelines (RMG): The RMG assessment reviews members risk management initiatives, claims management, fleet safety, selfinspections, training attendance, safety awareness and more. Members who meet their assessment goals are eligible to receive a premium credit. Tenant User Liability Insurance Program (TULIP): TULIP provides temporary insurance for use of government facilities by individuals and organizations not under the members insurance program. VMLIP Online University: Provides free online learning opportunities for member employees on subjects ranging from bloodborne pathogens to sexual harassment prevention, stress management, and more. Webinars: In addition to online training, VMLIP offers free webinars on safety, human resources and law enforcement subjects, saving members between $99 and $250 per session the cost of an average webinar. Where the Rubber Meets the Road (WTRMTR): The award winning WTRMTR campaign is a comprehensive fleet safety development, implementation, and training program focusing on members with auto liability coverage. PROGRAMS AND RESOURCES Risk Management 6 VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) 7

5 VALUE-ADDED SERVICES Safety Services: VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) offers more than just coverage. Our safety, human resources, communications and law enforcement specialists, as well as workers compensation and claims staff offer members up-to-date information on the latest trends, news and best practices in their specialties. A sampling of services include: VMLIP provides safety consultative services to help members develop, implement, and maintain effective risk management programs to reduce their cost of risk. Safety services include: Experienced safety consultants providing on-site surveys/facility assessments and consultation; Safety program and policy review; Free risk management trainings and workshops held on-site, online and regionally, some offering continuing education credits; Sample policies and bulletins on a wide range of topics; and much more. Communications Services: VMLIP provides communications consultative services to members with public official s liability coverage to assist members in navigating the unique communications challenges of local governments. Communications services include: Custom communications consulting phone based or in-person; Monitoring of current communications trends and strategies; Training and webinars in the areas of crisis communications, media relations, social media, spokesperson preparation; and more. Human Resources Services: VMLIP provides human resources (HR) consultative services to members with public official s liability coverage to assist in mitigation of employment practices liability exposure. HR services include: Review of member materials such as job postings/descriptions, policies, procedures, corrective actions, performance appraisals, and more; HR consultations phone based or in-person; Training web-based and in-person on topics such as the Family Medical Leave Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, sexual harassment, workplace violence, and more; Access to the EPL Assist; Family Medical Leave Act consultation/ research; Sample personnel policies and procedures; Sample interview questions and employment posters; HR audits; and more. VALUE-ADDED SERVICES 8 VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) 9

6 Law Enforcement Services: Workers Compensation Services: THE VMLIP VALUE PROPOSITION VALUE-ADDED SERVICES VMLIP s law enforcement services are designed to provide up-to-date and credible risk management guidance to law enforcement agencies. Law enforcement services include: Monitoring of current issues, court decisions, and changes in best practices; Technical assistance for law enforcement; Consulting to assist in the development and maintenance of policies and procedures, including access to sample procedures and a policy audit; Access to web-based and in-person training specific to the needs of law enforcement; Liability training; In-class driver/police pursuit training; Loss and injury analysis; Access to the Law Enforcement Matters newsletter; Assistance with developing and implementing wellness and fit-for-duty programs; and more. In addition to receiving high quality medical care, VMLIP provides personalized services to ensure that injured workers are provided with timely treatment for their injuries and that member employers are kept apprised of the claim. Workers compensation services include: Access to nurses specializing in occupational injuries who serve as patient advocates for injured employees coordinating return to work opportunities and liaising between employee, employer and physician. VMLIP maintains a panel of physicians for employers to utilize, and pays for the initial treatment of any injured employee utilizing a panel physician within 24 hours of injury. For more than 35 years, VML Insurance Programs has been Virginia s leader in group self-insurance. As Virginia s insurance pools are assessable, it is vital that you have coverage with an organization that is financially secure. With assets greater than $269 million and members equity of nearly $98 million, VMLIP is the most financially secure self-insurance pool in Virginia In addition to 35 years of experience and financial stability, VMLIP has developed a reputation for professional, responsive, timely and expert customer service. From the experienced claims staff to specialized service providers, including nursing, human resources, law enforcement, communications and safety professionals, VMLIP offers a comprehensive mix of coverages, services, programs, and expertise designed to meet the needs of all Virginia local governments, from the smallest to the largest. Financial stability in insurance premiums helps localities budget effectively from year to year. Responsive staff ensure member claims are handled efficiently and with integrity. Specialized services help member staff stay apprised of the latest in safety and risk management techniques and best practices, as well as those in human resources, law enforcement, and communications. VMLIP provides a comprehensive program tailored for Virginia s governmental entities. We are Virginia s local government specialists. For more information on VMLIP visit us online at: follow our blog at: or find us on Facebook at: 10 VML Brochurename Insurance or Programs the title (VMLIP) VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) 11

7 VML INSURANCE PROGRAMS (VMLIP) MAILING ADDRESS: P. O. BOX 3239, GLEN ALLEN, VA MAIN PHONE: TOLL FREE PHONE: AUTOMOBILE REPLACEMENT COST ON HIGH VALUE VEHICLES