Safety has its rewards

by Leah Jaber ROII Marketing Manager

Want to be rewarded for safety in your workplace?

Join the crowd—by joining the state’s largest, longestoperating construction Retro (Retrospective Rating) safety incentive program: ROII. It’s the workers’ comp safety program trusted by more Washington businesses. And the only Retro program that belongs to the BIAW. Safety and your success are why we’re here. Our goal is to eliminate injuries through improvements in workplace safety and preventative strategies. If an employee is injured, we’ll help you help them get better quicker with a successful return-to-work experience. Businesses that participate and share our goal can earn an average refund of 39% on workers’ comp premiums. ROII has returned over $500 million in refunds to participating companies since 1982.

Of course, businesses have different needs across our state. That’s why we offer 71,363 square miles of personal safety and prevention assistance. Our statewide field reps understand how things work—where you work.

So, no matter where you live and work in Washington state, our field reps will visit you face-to-face. Large or small, we have your back.

We know it’s tough enough to run a business, let alone understand the ins and outs of the Washington state Department of Labor & Industries (L&I). Our experts are committed to helping participants navigate L&I’s daunting workers’ comp system. It’s just one of our allinclusive services. We don’t believe in add-ons, surprise charges or “we outsource that.” Just experts—on the ground—ready to help. (Unlike some Retro programs that use additional fees to chip away at your bottom line— while adding to theirs.)

2023 ROII enrollment kick-off

With rewards like these, not every business can qualify. Participants must share a high bar for excellence and safety. And in turn, they get to reap the rewards.

To find out if ROII is a good fit for your company, contact ROII Enrollment Manager Jessica Bass at (360) 3527800, ext. 132, enroll@biaw.com, or complete the online inquiry form at Roii.com.

While ROII offers more services than you can shake a 2x4 at, here’s a peek into some of our participants’ favorites:

CLAIMS ASSISTANCE:

Our seasoned claim reps go straight to L&I on your behalf to get claims closed quicker. Rest assured; we’ll keep a pulse on your claim every step of the way.

SAFETY AND PREVENTION:

The best injury claim is the one that never happens. Because prevention is our top priority, we’re here to help you develop and implement effective safety strategies.

RISK MANAGEMENT:

Our job is to identify risk and assist you with implementing preventative measures to avoid claims from happening. If a claim does occur, we offer strategies to help control the severity and cost of the injury.

RETURN-TO-WORK: save

Our goal is to keep an injured worker engaged in the recovery process and connected with their employer to help ensure better outcomes. Each claim is unique, as is our customized return-to-work strategy approach.

Get started today at ROII.com

Local Happenings

[1] Master Builders Association of Pierce County’s newly installed 2023 President Chris Lockhart and family during MBA Pierce’s 2022 President’s Gala and Awards Celebration presented by Parr Lumber. More than 200 people attended, raising over $25,000 for MBA Pierce’s scholarship fund.

[2] 2022 BIAW President Joseph Irons inducts 2023 Central Washington Home Builders Association (CWHBA) President Darin Peters during the CWHBA Board Installation & BAR Awards Dinner presented by Les Schwab Tire Center at the Yakima Convention Center on Dec. 13.

[3] Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties held its 2022 Gala and Installation of Officers presented by Regence on Dec. 1 at the W Hotel Bellevue. Traci Tenhulzen was installed as the 2023 MBAKS President. She also won the Exceptional Service Award, MBAKS highestrecognition award.

[4] Olympia Master Builders (OMB) hosted its annual holiday party Dec. 9 at the Hotel Olympia. Stuart Drebick (left) of Adroit Contractors, Inc., won the 2022 OMB Norman A. Paulsen Hall of Fame Award.

[5a] The HBA of Tri-Cities held its second annual gingerbread house contest in December. First place in the kids’ category went to Maddie and Millie, daughters of Tristan Crandlemire of Sherwin-Williams, and their amazing greenhouse-themed entry.

[5b] The Tri-County Habitat for Humanity tropical entry took first place in the adult category, pictured with Habitat for Humanity’s Volunteer Coordinator Marrisa Robertson.

[7] In January, hosted Jerry

(center left), Chief Executive Officer, and Jim right), Executive Vice President and Chief Lobbyist of the National Association of Home Builders. Jerry and Jim attended the monthly Developer Builder Issues Council and Seattle Builders Council breakfasts, toured Conner Homes’ Brasswood housing development and Grow Seattle’s 9-unit 3-pack project, chatted with the Government Affairs team (pictured here), met with the Affordable Housing Council, Residential Builders Council and Housing Policy Committee, and had dinner with the MBAKS Board of Directors.

[8] The Kitsap Building Association (KBA) hosted its 2023 Installation and Awards Banquet Jan. 7 at the Kitsap Golf & Country Club. Over 150 people attended to celebrate the installation of KBA’s 2023 Executive Directors.

[9] The Spokane Home Builders Association (SHBA) celebrated its 75th Anniversary and Launch Party Jan. 12 at the Historic Flight Foundation in Spokane. During the celebration, SHBA installed its 2023 board of directors, recognized the 2022 award winners and took a look back on all they have accomplished over the last 75 years.