Longshore Insider

Longshore Insider

Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU). Through webcasts, podcasts and blogs, we cover safety, claims, operations and more, all to help waterfront employers run and grow their business while controlling costs. With decades of experience providing USL&H to waterfront employers nationwide, AEU is the leading source of insights related to the Longshore Act.

Episodes

May 20, 2020 14 mins

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses in the maritime industry are considered essential. And as employees continue to work, claims will inevitably occur. This episode discusses how the pandemic is impacting longshore claims handling, how medical treatment is changing for injured workers, and the impact that fear has on the treatment process.

Featuring:

  • Dave Widener, director of claims advisory services, The Amer...
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The Shipbuilders Council of America is a trade association representing the shipyard industrial base in the United States. The SCA advocates on behalf of their members, focusing on policies and programs that impact the shipbuilding and ship repair industry - one that is so vital to both our economy and national security.

Featuring:

  • Rob Stuardi, managing director, The American Equity Underwriters
  • Matt Paxton, president, Shipbuilder...
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July 17, 2020 9 mins

The ultimate goal of any longshore claim is resolution. One option that has a lot of advantages for both employers and claimants is mediation, which allows all parties agree on the final outcome. In the middle of a global pandemic, virtual mediations are on the rise.
In this episode, we discuss the benefits and pitfalls of virtual mediations, and the possibility of growing in popularity even after the country re-opens for busin...

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In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with QSL America's Safety and Compliance Manager, Rudy Becerra, about creating a safety-first culture through leadership and employee engagement.

Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)  

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Associa...

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In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Donjon Shipbuilding's Health and Safety Manager, Jason Reynolds, about his company's safety approach and involvement with the OSHA SHARP program.

Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)  

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutu...

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In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with AEU LEAD Director Joe White about behavior-based safety. Learn how emotions play a significant role in whether or not your teams work safely.

Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)  

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association...

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In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Mare Island Dry Dock's Executive Compliance Director, Ken Creel, about his strategies for engaging supervisors and creating safety leadership within his organization.

Longshore Insider is a production of The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. (AEU)  

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In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Pacific Pile and Marine's Director of HSE, Matt Rolf, about his strategies to manage remote workforces. The conversation also addresses important aspects of mental health that all safety experts should recognize within their teams.

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The American Equi...

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In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with Wepfer Marine's Harbor Operations Manager Alex Willingham about his company's methods to promote safety across multiple worksites.

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In this Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU's Mike Jernigan and Matt Hockman speak with HSE and HR Manager of Gulf South Services, Raymond Hendry, about the importance of scaffolding safety and best practices within the maritime industry.

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