Webinars
Offered at no charge, exclusively for Fund members, webinars provide high-quality training that won't affect your budget.
Fund webinars are hosted frequently throughout the year, covering a variety of risk management topics.
On-demand webinars
Train your team when it fits your schedule with our on-demand webinars.
School districts and community colleges that hire and/or train commercial driver’s license holders must comply with new Entry-Level Driver Training federal regulations by February 7, 2022.
Organizations that train drivers are also required to register as a training provider with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Spend an hour with us learning how the new regulations could affect your daily operations and how to ensure your schools comply.
Presenters: Charles Hueter, risk solutions consultant, TASB Risk Management Services; and Jill Metcalfe, Ed.D., director, Transportation and Global Logistics Technology Center, Lone Star College
Transportation remains vitally important to school systems. Well-managed transportation departments empower schools to operate more effectively, promote student success, and support their communities. While the pandemic has demanded attention, school districts remain responsible for understanding the transportation environment, including compliance basics, emerging risks, and financial pressures.
Join the TASB Risk Management Fund and a longtime school transportation leader, Dr. Jill Metcalfe, as we take a close look at the current state of school transportation and plan for the future.
Presenters: Joanie Arrott, Risk Prevention Services Manager, TASB Risk Management Services; and Jill Metcalfe, Ed.D., Transportation and Global Logistics Technology Center Director, Lone Star College
COVID-19 is forcing us to reimagine the way we manage risk. Some time-tested principles, however, remain as relevant and powerful as ever.
Spend time with us brushing up on fleet management basics that help protect your employees, reign in costly vehicle repairs, and reduce the risk of accident-related litigation.
When collisions do happen, you can uncover their root causes and apply what you learned. Our expert will show you how to investigate accidents while following social distancing guidance and other pandemic mitigation best practices. You will also get insider tips for managing your auto coverage costs, including developing a data-driven training program based on your losses.
Presenter: Ryan Boyce, Risk Solutions Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
Thanks largely to vaccines, COVID-19 case counts and fatalities were dropping. Due to the rise in cases from the the Delta variant, the pandemic is again trending in the wrong direction. What does it mean for schools, staff, and students, this fall?
In this webinar, our panelists:
- Paint a picture of where we are in the pandemic’s lifecycle
- Bring you up to speed on staff and student vaccination numbers
- Share State recommendations for educating students as the pandemic persists
- Explain what you should do differently this year to control not only COVID-19 but also seasonal illnesses such as the flu
Presenters: Melanie Moss, Emergency Management and School Security Consultant; Brian Buck, M.D., Workers' Compensation Medical Director, TASB Risk Management Services; and Stephen Pont, M.D., Medical Director, Center for Public Health Policy and Practice at Texas Department of State Health Services
COVID-19 isn’t the only health crisis playing out in public schools. As cases climb, many of your employees and students are likely carrying the weight of pandemic-induced fear, anxiety, and depression—and they need your support.
Join us for this collaborative webinar between the Fund and our partners at TASB Student Solutions. You’ll get an insider’s look at how your peers are preparing to meet social, emotional, and mental health needs during another school year turned upside down.
Ransomware is now the leading cyberattack against the education sector. Network backups can mean the difference between ponying up an exorbitant payment or telling criminals, “Actually, we’ll keep our money and our data.”
We'll show you how to avoid the costs and operational disruptions that come with ransomware attacks by implementing strong network backups you can rely on.
Presenter: Lucas Anderson, Privacy and Cyber Risk Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
The better you understand the strategy behind cyberattacks, the better positioned you are to stamp them out. In this webinar, we unpack the many forms of malicious software called malware and explain how it exploits your network.
Learn how to leverage proper backup policies, data loss prevention tools, and other best practices to protect not only your organization’s sensitive data but also its reputation in the community.
Presenter: Lucas Anderson, Privacy and Cyber Risk Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
It seems like as soon as schools buoy their digital defenses, today's innovative – and determined – cybercriminals find another open door. The Fund is plugged into the evolving cybersecurity landscape and committed to protecting our members’ interests. Watch this webinar to learn how to stay one step ahead of hackers in the virtual world we operate in because of the pandemic. You will also get an overview of Fund cybersecurity coverage enhancements that support your organization in the wake of an attack.
Presenters: Lucas Anderson, Privacy and Cyber Risk Consultant; and Marcy Barker, Liability Claims Manager, TASB Risk Management Services
Learn about the leading cyber scams impacting our industry—including threats that capitalize on coronavirus-related fear and uncertainty to manipulate and trick employees. We address the cybersecurity challenges associated with remote learning, telecommuting, and work-from-home initiatives. We also explore recent cybersecurity insurance trends and explain the types of incidents that are typically covered.
Presenters: Lucas Anderson, Privacy and Cyber Risk Consultant; and Marcy Barker, Liability Claims Manager, TASB Risk Management Services
School nurses have served on the pandemic’s front line for the past two years while contending with stress, burnout, and an unparalleled rise in mental health concerns among staff and students.
With real-world cases and claims for context, we share insight on protecting your district by ensuring nurse operations are safe and compliant.
Topics
- Regulations governing health service protocol and procedures
- Best practices for responsibilities such as administering medication and documenting care
- Administrators’ role in supporting school nurse staff
Presenter: Shealee Mitchell, ESC Region 11 Nurse Manager
Whether you're new to risk management or you're a seasoned professional, there's always room to grow and learn:
- What foundation should be in place for a good coverage renewal
- Are there new risks to staff and property?
- What steps can you take to lower the costs of incidents?
Get an insider's look at the coverage market and learn how to take the next steps toward improving your risk management programs and going beyond the basics.
Presenters: Rosa Brown, TASB Marketing Consultant and Charles Hueter, TASB Risk Solutions Consultant
Public education entities are routinely inspected for compliance with major environmental health regulations. Preparation is critical if you want to avoid the regulatory hot seat. This webinar covers compliance basics on asbestos, integrated pest management, and indoor air quality.
The pandemic was a high-priority issue when the Texas Legislature convened in January. By the time the final gavel sounded in May, lawmakers had fully funded public schools for the next biennium. The session also featured legislation affecting the accountability system and how districts approach remediation of students who fell behind during the pandemic. Your TASB Governmental Relations team provides an overview of notable bills and explain how they impact public schools.
Presenter: Dax Gonzales, Director, TASB Governmental Relations
Fund members have quickly pivoted to provide a quality education despite the pandemic’s evolving challenges. Meanwhile, perennial risks such as security breaches, severe weather, workplace accidents, and cyberattacks continue to threaten your resources and undermine your mission.
If you’re ready to proactively uncover potential causes of loss and control their impact, invest in a risk management program.
What you will learn in this webinar:
• Identify gaps in existing risk management programs
• Leverage the power of data to pinpoint improvement opportunities
• Engage management in your initiatives
• Cultivate healthy vendor relationships
As a webinar primer, read our InsideRM article titled, The Do's and Don'ts of Managing Risk in the New Year.
Presenters: Charles Hueter, Risk Prevention Consultant; and Marissa Gonzales, Marketing Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
Right now, expired chemicals dating back as far as the 1960s are tucked away in bus barns, classrooms, and custodial closets across the country. Sitting next them to them are unlabeled, incorrectly labeled, or improperly stored chemicals that somehow survived multiple leadership changes.
It all makes for a dangerous – and costly – formula.
Watch this webinar and get the tools you need to take charge of your chemical inventory in 2021:
- Get an insider’s peek at chemical-related challenges the Fund uncovers in schools
- Master strategies for maintaining appropriate chemical supplies
- Glean tips for getting the most value when hiring chemical disposal vendors
Presenter: Nicole Callahan, Risk Solutions Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
Every day, students report to your classrooms bearing emotional weight that would crush most adults. Sexual assault, domestic violence, death, and even pandemics carry the power to rob children of their sense of safety and derail their development. Let’s talk about how we can meet the needs of students who struggle with life situations beyond their control. This session will provide a primer on what educators need to know about child trauma. We will explore strategies for supporting students who need your help by weaving trauma-informed practices into the fabric of your schools.
Presenter: Karlyn Keller, PhD, Division Director, TASB Special Education
Workplace hazards should never be out of sight, out of mind. Take underground fuel storage tanks, for example. Leaks can pollute the environment and spark deadly explosions. Our experts unpack current and upcoming storage tank regulations you need to know about. We help you make sense of your testing, inspection, training, and administrative obligations.
Presenters: Nicole Callahan and Jesse Gonzales, Risk Solutions Consultants, TASB Risk Management Services
Well-trained employees are your best defense against workplace injuries, vehicle collisions, compliance violations, and other incidents that drain budgets and productivity. Learn how to get the most value from online training package, including 24/7 access to expert-led courses developed specifically for schools and colleges—at no cost to you.
Presenter: Allie Biggs, Manager of Strategic Partnerships, Vector Solutions Education
High-dollar lawsuits and a tarnished reputation stemming from employee rights violations are problems no school or district wants to face. How your staff handles hiring, firing, and other employment matters will determine your organization’s liability.
Learn how to identify unlawful employment practices and ensure your employees’ rights are not violated.
Presenter: Charli Searcy, Legal Liability Risk Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
Sticky notes are great for grocery lists, motivational quotes, and reminders to take out the trash. But they’ll fall short if your investigations into sexual harassment, discrimination, or other legal liability risks are called into question.
In this webinar, you’ll learn how to properly document every complaint, conversation, resolution, and appeal.
Presenters: Marcy Barker, Liability Claims Manager, TASB Risk Management Services and Meredith Prykryl Walker, attorney and shareholder, Walsh Gallegos Treviño Kyle & Robinson P.C.
Employee sexual misconduct is an ongoing issue for Texas schools. Whether staff and students are onsite or remote during the pandemic, the risk of inappropriate relationships remains as real and relevant as ever. Awareness and prompt action are necessary for preventing or reducing your organization’s risk of liability. Our expert discusses six important things to consider when enforcing boundaries, keeping your employees and students informed, and protecting students from sexual misconduct.
Presenter: Charli Searcy, Legal Liability Risk Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
Bullying and cyberbullying are common issues that are not always easy to identify or address, especially in today’s social media-driven culture. Still, districts are responsible for safeguarding students and ensuring inappropriate behavior does not disrupt the educational process. Learn your obligations under the law, explore realistic scenarios, and share practical suggestions for addressing bullying and cyberbullying.
Presenter: Charli Searcy, Legal Liability Risk Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
Holiday break brings a welcome reprieve from busy work schedules and relentless Texas heat. But as the thermometer drops, the risk of burst pipes and other property damage rises. Get a close-up look at cold-weather claims filed by Fund Property program members. Our experts share practical tips for preparing your facilities to stand up to extreme temperatures and the snow, ice, and sleet that often come with them.
Presenter: Jesse Gonzales, Risk Solutions Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
When violence infiltrates schools, a swift, appropriate response can save lives. An active threat plan provides a flexible framework for making prompt, informed decisions that protect staff, students, and communities.
Learn how to build a plan your team can rely on if the unthinkable happens.
Presenter: Melanie Moss, Emergency Management and School Security Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
If a natural disaster or other emergency impacted your schools, would you be ready to protect staff and students, reunite parents and kids, retrieve vital records, and update your community, all while continuing to educate students?
Our experts break down the core elements and strategies that drive strong continuity of operations plans, minimize disruptions, and enhance the resiliency of your schools and your community.
Presenters: Melanie Moss, Emergency Management and School Security Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services and Eric Leath, School Safety Readiness Specialist, Texas School Safety Center
In the 87th session of the Texas Legislature, state lawmakers made changes to laws affecting firearm possession, school safety, student discipline, and student well-being. This session with a TASB attorney will take a closer look at these legal changes. Find out how the new laws could affect your local decisions regarding student discipline and safety.
Presenter: Joy Baskin, Director, TASB Legal Services
Hurricanes, active shooter situations, and pandemics are not the time to discover gaps in your emergency operations plan (EOP). That is why the Fund recommends members conduct tabletop exercises. These scenario-based drills allow staff to practice your procedures, sharpen group problem-solving skills, and build the confidence they need during real emergencies. In this webinar, we will walk you through the process of developing and implementing a tabletop exercise. You will also learn how to leverage after-action exercise reviews to ensure the EOP meets your organization’s evolving needs.
Presenter: Melanie Moss, Emergency Management and School Security Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
Complying with the Legislature’s sweeping safety and security mandates has been challenging for community colleges. At the same time, you are also finding innovative ways to serve students and communities during the pandemic.
It all adds up to unique circumstances heading into the 2021 Community College Safety and Security Audit.
For just 60 minutes of your time, you will:
1. Identify the key audit report components
2. Get tips for completing your audit efficiently
3. Learn how to instill safety and security as year-round priorities
Presenter: Melanie Moss, Emergency Management and School Security Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
During a school year like no other, Fund members are working hard to reduce the risk of violent incidents and keep COVID-19 off their campuses. What happens if pandemic mitigation and school security best practices do not align? Find out in this webinar led by a public health professional and a district safety and security director. Our experts will share their unique perspectives and advice on merging these two critical initiatives to provide learning environments that are not only safe and secure but also healthy.
Presenters: Jeffrey D. Yarbrough, Director of Safety and Security, Round Rock ISD; and Melanie Moss, Emergency Management and School Security Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
Districts have faced multiple challenges during the past three years. You are working hard to comply with expansive, legislatively mandated changes to your safety and security program. At the same time, you are finding innovative ways to serve your students and your community during a pandemic. It all adds up to unique circumstances heading into the 2020 District Audit Report (DAR). Spend some time with us learning about key DAR components, getting tips for completing your audit, and identifying ways to leverage the process toward providing safe, secure, healthy schools.
Presenter: Melanie Moss, Emergency Management and School Security Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
School districts proactively prepare by running fire and emergency event drills, but you can never fully anticipate when a crisis will occur. Or can you? Learn about social media threat alert platforms that claim to be able to analyze student and staff social media posts to predict and prevent acts of violence.
Presenters: Lucas Anderson, Privacy and Cyber Risk Consultant; and Melanie Moss, Emergency Management and School Security Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
State law entitles school district employees to paid leave when they are physically assaulted and injured in the scope of employment. Assault leave is one of the most challenging benefits to administer.
This webinar guides you through responding to employee requests for assault leave, investigating incidents, determining leave eligibility, coordinating workers’ compensation income benefits, and complying with your reporting requirements.
Presenters: Laura Romaine, Workers' Compensation Program Consultant, TASB Risk Management Fund; April Mabry, Assistant Director, TASB HR Services
December 8, 2021
When on-the-job injuries cause employees to miss work, leadership is often faced with a tough decision: pay overtime or hire temporary help. But what if you had a third option that didn’t tap into your budget?
In this webinar, our expert will show you how to minimize the costs associated with workplace injuries by offering modified-duty assignments that meet employees’ medical restrictions.
For just 60 minutes of your time, you’ll learn how to:
- Get buy-in from the top of your org chart
- Write a strong modified-duty policy
- Identify assignments that contribute to productivity (no “busy work”)
- Inform and train your team
As a primer for the webinar, read about Manor ISD’s recipe for return-to-work success.
Presenter: Laura Romaine, Workers' Compensation Program Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
"Reasonable reports” on campuses are required by law to ensure their employer has a record of any known or reported on-the-job injury or illness. Watch this webinar to learn how to properly file the information you have with your designated administrator on our new system.
Presenter: Laura Romaine, Workers' Compensation Program Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
If you are a designated First Report of Injury (FROI) administrator for your organization, we designed this webinar for you. The Fund’s new online claims system empowers our members to take more control of their workers’ compensation reporting. Our expert walks you through navigating the system and show you how to find, create, and file on your incidents and claims.
Presenter: Laura Romaine, Workers' Compensation Program Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
A State-regulated process that carries responsibilities for employers is set in motion when an employee reports an on-the-job injury or illness. If you need expert help understanding your obligations, we designed this webinar for you. Laura Romaine brings 30 years’ experience managing workers’ compensation claims from inception to closing. She will teach you how to respond to workplace injuries, report leave per your policy, and complete State and carrier-required claim forms.
Presenter: Laura Romaine, Workers' Compensation Program Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
School districts are the only employer in the state to have their own wage statement. The wage statement is the most complicated of all required workers’ compensation forms. Find out how to complete the DWC 3SD wage statement for school districts and how to avoid the possible fines or over/underpayment of an employee’s indemnity benefits.
Presenter: Laura Romaine, Workers' Compensation Program Consultant, TASB Risk Management Services
A Fund member shares how they leveraged telemedicine to control workers’ compensation and employee benefit costs. The discussion led by a prominent telemedicine physician and a TASB medical director covers the benefits of incorporating telemedicine into your workers' compensation program, pulls back the curtain on the patient experience, and explains practical tips for rolling out telemedicine to your organization.
Presenters: Brian Buck, MD, Medical Director, TASB Risk Management Services; Walter Holmstein, MD, Senior Medical Director, RediMD; Lance Nauman, Director of Risk Management, Katy ISD; and Hiawatha Franks, Workers' Compensation Claims Division Director, TASB Risk Management Services
Questions?
Email Risk Solutions at fund.training@tasb.org or call 800.482.7276, x2853.