Recent incidents of gun violence at a supermarket and an elementary school have once again pushed workplace violence prevention to the top of the safety list. A special webpage dedicated to Workplace Violence/Active Shooter Resources is now available on the MEL website. This page will be updated with more materials as they become available. Click […]
As we enter the summer season the number of special events on the schedule will continue to grow. Before the fireworks, parades, concerts, fairs and the circus comes to town make sure you are prepared to make safety a top priority. Click here to read the latest MSI Bulletin that outlines best practices for community events.
Knowledge is one of the best defenses against Cyber Attacks. The latest MEL Cyber Risk Task Force Bulletin “Cyber Events: Learn From Each Other,” presents two real cases of ransomware attacks in NJ, one on a municipality and the other on a police department, and the claims process they experienced. Since the MEL’s Risk Management […]
Robbinsville Township Administrator Joy Tozzi Elected Chair of the MEL JIF Second Woman to Serve as Chair The Municipal Excess Liability Joint Insurance Fund (MEL) is pleased to announce the election of Joy Tozzi, Administrator of Robbinsville Township, as Chair of the fund. The MEL JIF is the largest governmental self-insurance pool for property and […]
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The latest MEL Cyber Task Force Bulletin looks at the danger of Third Party Vulnerabilities to the security of your data. If you use outside vendors or even commercial programs to conduct business you may be vulnerable to a cyber attack. Click here to read more.Click here to view the Cyber Risk Control resources page […]
As the season’s change and cold weather is the norm, it is important to address key maintenance responsibilities and take precautions to reduce the chance of fire protection impairment or property loss at your facilities. Click here for the latest MSI Bulletin which includes tips and best practices for winterizing your buildings and properties.
The MEL Safety Institute has released two bulletins to assist municipalities with safety issues related to winter activities. Please click on the links below to view best practices:Winter Ice Activities Best PracticesTemporary Ice Skating Rinks Best Practices
In response to questions concerning whether employers may mandate the COVID-19 vaccine for employees, the MEL is providing the following guidance memos: August 2021 – MEL Bulletin: Updated Vaccine Guidance Information. January 2021 – Original Memo from Matt Giacobbe, Special Council to the NJMEL. As the situation evolves MEL will provide updates.
2021 MEL, MRHIF & NJCE Educational Seminar (VIRTUAL)Friday, May 14, 9:00 a.m. to NoonFriday, May 21, 9:00 a.m. to Noon The MEL (Municipal Excess Liability Joint Insurance Fund), MRHIF (Municipal Reinsurance Health Fund) and the NJCE (NJ Counties Excess Joint Insurance Fund) are sponsoring the 10th annual educational seminar for elected officials, commissioners, municipal, county […]
The MEL just published a risk management manual for local officials. “The Power of Collaboration” is being distributed at no cost to every municipality and authority in the State, including non-MEL members. Until now, no single resource has been available to serve as a quick reference to help better understand risk management issues. The book is […]