ROII

10/21/2026

We’re excited to launch the ROII Safety Roundtable, a new opportunity for safety professionals to connect, exchange ideas, and learn from one another.

Each roundtable will bring safety leaders together to discuss timely topics, share real-world challenges and solutions, and build relationships with others doing similar work.

For our first roundtable, we’ll be joined by a representative from L&I Safety and Ergonomic Consultation Services. Our guest speakers will share information about the free consultation resources available to employers, explain how consultation services work, and answer questions from attendees.

Grab a cup of coffee, connect with fellow safety leaders, and join the conversation. We hope you'll join us for this first ROII Safety Roundtable on November 9!

Register here: https://biaw.pulse.ly/lhejhhctiz

Central Washington Home Builders Association Home Builders Association of Tri-Cities Olympia Master Builders

10/20/2026

❄️ Winter is coming. Is your jobsite ready?

Rain, frost, ice, muddy access points, shorter days, and cold-weather hazards are just around the corner. A little preparation now can help prevent injuries, reduce downtime, and keep your crew working safely all season long.

Our latest article from ROII Field Representative Jesse Balbin covers key areas to review before winter arrives, including jobsite conditions, PPE, cold stress awareness, and equipment maintenance. Best of all, it includes a practical Cold Weather Jobsite Readiness Checklist you can use with your crews.

Read the article: https://roii.com/Post/winter-is-coming-is-your-jobsite-ready

10/16/2026

Construction experience is earned over time—and protecting that experience is key to a strong, sustainable workforce.

ROII’s new class, Aging Workforce: Protecting Your Legacy Workers, focuses on practical strategies to support long careers in a physically demanding industry while reinforcing a strong safety culture.

📅 Oct. 28
📍 Building Industry Association of Clark County in Vancouver, WA

Topics include jobsite planning, ergonomics, mentoring and knowledge transfer, job modifications, and return-to-work options and financial incentives.
At the end of the day, the goal is simple—helping everyone go home safe while preserving the experience that keeps our industry healthy and moving forward.

👉 Register now:

Below is a list of the upcoming classes provided by ROII. Use the drop down menu to choose which class you would like to view the schedule for. If you have any questions, please contact Sabrina Arrants at [email protected] or (360) 352-7800 Ext. 134.

10/13/2026

When a 27-year employee suffered a serious shoulder injury and could no longer perform his regular job duties, his employer faced the prospect of losing decades of experience. Learn how ROII's Claim Team and L&I's Preferred Worker Program helped create a successful return-to-work solution that benefited both the worker and the company.

Read more 👉 https://roii.com/Post/keeping-experience-on-the-job

10/12/2026

Construction experience is earned over time—and protecting that experience is key to a strong, sustainable workforce.

ROII’s new class, Aging Workforce: Protecting Your Legacy Workers, focuses on practical strategies to support long careers in a physically demanding industry while reinforcing a strong safety culture.

📅 Oct. 22
📍 Zoom

Topics include jobsite planning, ergonomics, mentoring and knowledge transfer, job modifications, and return-to-work options and financial incentives.
At the end of the day, the goal is simple—helping everyone go home safe while preserving the experience that keeps our industry healthy and moving forward.

👉 Register now: https://roii.com/ClassSchedule?ID=23

10/08/2026

Join us for our Help Minimize Risk class on October 23 from 9AM - 12 PM on Zoom. ROII Safety Services Director Bob White will discuss seldom-addressed topics in safety, including employee retention, cultivating a safety-centered workforce, effective hiring practices, and injury prevention. Gain insights from successful employers and build lasting safety habits.

This class is free to ROII participants but the deadline to sign up is October 23th. Sign up today 👉 https://roii.com/ClassSchedule?ID=12.

10/06/2026

⚠️ Reminder: New workplace poster requirement took effect October 1

Washington employers are now required to post the Immigrant Worker Protection Act (IWPA) Notice in a visible location for employees. If you haven't added it to your workplace bulletin board yet, now is a good time to check your postings and get it up.

🔗 Download the IWPA Notice: https://www.atg.wa.gov/IWPA

09/29/2026

Thinking about buying company vehicles for your employees? Before you make the investment, understand how workers' compensation liability applies when employees travel for work. Julie explains what every employer should know about company vehicles, personal vehicles, and on-the-job injuries.

Dear Julie: Does Buying Company Vehicles Increase Our Workers' Compensation Liability?

09/22/2026

Bringing an injured employee back to work can be good for both the employee and the employer. Learn how light-duty work and return-to-work programs can help employees recover while staying engaged with the workplace.

Return to Work After an Injury

08/18/2026

Before the next heat wave, make sure your workers and supervisor know how to recognize and respond to heat illness, including heat stroke. Use L&I's Heat Training Kit to customize your training and make sure to review your Outdoor Heat Safety Plan.

🧰Heat Training Kit: https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwisha-training.lni.wa.gov%2Ftraining%2Ftrainingkits%2Fheatillness%2Fheatillness.zip%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/0100019ffb36f226-f2f6c8c2-effa-4087-9251-15bbfa8fa88a-000000/6lpQ6H0nTBf**kNbBBWltLNPha7YfT5-LVcdyvIyZrQ=452

✍️Outdoor Heat Safety Plan: https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.lni.wa.gov%2Fsafety-health%2F_docs%2FHRIAPPAddendum.doc%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/2/0100019ffb36f226-f2f6c8c2-effa-4087-9251-15bbfa8fa88a-000000/moDeIl32Fr1Ha_vbEGLTw4YTC3EsaV_tlWqPawZu_Qw=452