Online risk management portal provides resources and tools that help improve safety, prevent losses; allows independent agents to deliver co-branded services to their clientsRENO, Nev., March 8, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- EMPLOYERS(R), America's small business insurance specialist(R), has successfully launched Loss Control Connection(SM). EMPLOYERS(R) Loss Control Connection provides a Web-based loss control platform that combines the information of a searchable library of safety and loss control content with a suite of unique software programs that can help manage risk and reduce losses. Within the easy-to-use software applications, small businesses can easily track training and perform many other safety, risk management and human resources-required tasks.

The following Loss Control Connection(SM) resources are available to policyholders:

• Health and safety policies and procedures
• Training materials, quizzes, and Training Track
• Newsletters and brochures
• Safety and health poster
• Certificate of Insurance Tracking
• Incident Track - OSHA log software
• Job Hazard Analysis Developer
• Material Safety Data Sheet Management

A brief informational introduction video to Loss Control Connection(SM) can be accessed via http://www.lossfreerx.com/videos/etraining/index.html.

"Launching the Loss Control Connection online portal is a natural extension of the comprehensive, value-added service programs we offer our small business policyholders," said Martin J. Welch, President and COO, EMPLOYERS. "Taking proactive measures toward continuously improving workplace safety not only reduces the likelihood of workplace injury, it is a proven way to lower workers' compensation premiums. Although many insurance carriers don't provide this level of service, we strongly believe that providing our policyholders with resources focused on helping them mitigate risk and contain costs is a model that provides the maximum value for everyone."

Co-branded Solutions for Independent Agents

EMPLOYERS' Loss Control Connection also enables independent agents to deliver online services to their clients as co-branded offerings that can be integrated into their agency Web sites. As trusted advisors to small businesses, independent agents play an important role in helping their clients make the best workers' compensation insurance-related coverage decisions for their businesses. Now, agents can offer their clients a compelling yet easy-to-use online service that provides a practical, real-world solution designed to help them contain costs and achieve operational efficiencies. In an industry where it's sometimes difficult for small businesses to discern between high-value and lowest-cost carriers, EMPLOYERS' Loss Control Connection makes it easy not only to see the difference, but also to maximize the value.

About Employers Holdings, Inc.

Employers Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EIG) is a holding company with subsidiaries that are specialty providers of workers' compensation insurance and services focused on select small businesses engaged in low-to-medium hazard industries. The company, through its subsidiaries, operates throughout the United States. Insurance is offered by Employers Insurance Company of Nevada, Employers Compensation Insurance Company, Employers Preferred Insurance Company, and Employers Assurance Company, all rated A- (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company. Additional information can be found at: www.employers.com.

Copyright© 2010 EMPLOYERS. All rights reserved. EMPLOYERS(R) and America's small business insurance specialist.(R) are registered trademarks of Employers Insurance Company of Nevada.

SOURCE Employers Holdings, Inc.