Longshore Insider Sat, 07 Mar 2026 13:52:44 -0500 https://www.longshoreinsider.com en-us © 2026 The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. yes 31a3c24a-d047-511b-9888-50a8ca770899 The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. serial false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) longshore act, longshore, maritime, maritime industry, marine insurance, safety, USL&H, longshore claims, longshore insurance, LHWCA, shipbuilding, shipyard, stevedore, marine cargo, marine construction, marine terminals The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. https://storage.buzzsprout.com/cb9pv6a0xpcg0zy04grqt4kbyb8a?.jpg Longshore Insider https://www.longshoreinsider.com Longshore Insider Podcast | Promoting Safety with Incentive Programs Longshore Insider Podcast | Promoting Safety with Incentive Programs In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Director of Loss Control Jason Lake joins host Mike Jernigan to explain how incentive programs can be developed, promoted, and implemented to create safer workplaces and drive 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 Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

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]]> In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Director of Loss Control Jason Lake joins host Mike Jernigan to explain how incentive programs can be developed, promoted, and implemented to create safer workplaces and drive 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 Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> https://blog.amequity.com/longshore-insider/article/longshore-insider-podcast-promoting-safety-with-incentive-programs The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-18590944 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 1510 AEU, Safety, Safety management, Workplace safety, management, Longshore, Longshore Insider, Maritime, Maritime industry 3 6 full false Longshore Insider Podcast | Injury Analytics for Safety Longshore Insider Podcast | Injury Analytics for Safety In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Bobby Anderson joins host Mike Jernigan to explain how injury analytics moves beyond basic incident reports to uncover trends, forecast risk, and target practical prevention steps that help keep workers safe.

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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Bobby Anderson joins host Mike Jernigan to explain how injury analytics moves beyond basic incident reports to uncover trends, forecast risk, and target practical prevention steps that help keep workers safe.

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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-18386630 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1310 AEU, Safety, Safety management, Workplace safety, management, Longshore, Longshore Insider, Maritime, Maritime industry 3 5 full false Longshore Insider Podcast | Building Trust and Credibility Longshore Insider Podcast | Building Trust and Credibility In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Brad Whitney joins host Mike Jernigan to explore how supervisors and safety professionals can earn trust, strengthen their credibility, and turn that foundation into a more effective and resilient safety culture.

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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Brad Whitney joins host Mike Jernigan to explore how supervisors and safety professionals can earn trust, strengthen their credibility, and turn that foundation into a more effective and resilient safety culture.

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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> https://blog.amequity.com/longshore-insider/article/longshore-insider-podcast-earning-trust-and-credibility The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-18259180 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1465 AEU, Safety, Safety management, Workplace safety, management, Longshore, Longshore Insider, Maritime, Maritime industry 3 4 full false Longshore Insider Podcast | Developing Effective Safety Programs Longshore Insider Podcast | Developing Effective Safety Programs In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager John Bloess talks with Mike Jernigan to discuss what it takes to identify and develop an effective safety 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 Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager John Bloess talks with Mike Jernigan to discuss what it takes to identify and develop an effective safety 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 Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> https://blog.amequity.com/longshore-insider/article/longshore-insider-podcast-developing-effective-safety-programs The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-18090083 Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1284 AEU, Safety, Safety management, Workplace safety, management, Longshore, Longshore Insider, Maritime, Maritime industry 3 3 full false Longshore Insider Podcast | Developing Safety Supervisors Longshore Insider Podcast | Developing Safety Supervisors  In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Leo Alaniz sits down with Mike Jernigan to discuss strategies to develop safety leaders through clear training, disciplined hiring, and mentorship. 

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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]>  In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Leo Alaniz sits down with Mike Jernigan to discuss strategies to develop safety leaders through clear training, disciplined hiring, and mentorship. 

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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> https://blog.amequity.com/longshore-insider/article/longshore-insider-podcast-developing-safety-supervisors The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-17829090 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0500 1795 AEU, Safety, Safety management, Workplace safety, management, Longshore, Longshore Insider, Maritime, Maritime industry 3 2 full false Longshore Insider Podcast | Choosing the Right Safety Supervisor Longshore Insider Podcast | Choosing the Right Safety Supervisor In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Woody Collins shares why choosing the right people for safety roles is critical in the maritime industry. Learn what traits to look for, how to train effectively, and the real-world consequences of getting it wrong.

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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Woody Collins shares why choosing the right people for safety roles is critical in the maritime industry. Learn what traits to look for, how to train effectively, and the real-world consequences of getting it wrong.

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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> https://blog.amequity.com/longshore-insider/article/longshore-insider-podcast-choosing-the-right-safety-supervisor The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-17630457 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1304 maritime safety, workplace safety, shipyard safety, safety leadership, Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU podcast, Woody Collins, Mike Jernigan, loss control manager, competent person training, fire watch safety, AEU LEAD, safety culture, safety training 3 1 full false Longshore Insider Podcast | Scaffolding Safety in the Maritime Industry with Raymond Hendry Longshore Insider Podcast | Scaffolding Safety in the Maritime Industry with Raymond Hendry 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.

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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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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.

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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> https://blog.amequity.com/longshore-insider/article/longshore-insider-podcast-scaffolding-safety-in-the-maritime-industry-with-raymond-hendry The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-16554250 Tue, 04 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0600 1712 AEU, Safety, Safety management, Workplace safety, management, Longshore, Longshore Insider, Maritime, Maritime industry 2 7 full false Longshore Insider Podcast | Managing Safety Across Multiple Worksites with Alex Willingham Longshore Insider Podcast | Managing Safety Across Multiple Worksites with Alex Willingham 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.

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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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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.

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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> https://blog.amequity.com/longshore-insider/article/longshore-insider-podcast-managing-safety-across-multiple-worksites-with-alex-willingham The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-16357085 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1148 AEU, Safety, Safety management, Workplace safety, management, Longshore, Longshore Insider, Maritime, Maritime industry 2 6 full false Longshore Insider Podcast | Maintaining Safety Culture Across Remote Teams with Matt Rolf Longshore Insider Podcast | Maintaining Safety Culture Across Remote Teams with Matt Rolf 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.

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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about 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.

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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> https://blog.amequity.com/longshore-insider/article/longshore-insider-podcast-maintaining-safety-culture-across-remote-teams-with-matt-rolf The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-16223337 Thu, 05 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1687 AEU, Safety, Safety management, Workplace safety, management, Longshore, Longshore Insider, Maritime, Maritime industry 2 5 full false Longshore Insider Podcast | Promoting Safety by Empowering Supervisors with Ken Creel Longshore Insider Podcast | Promoting Safety by Empowering Supervisors with Ken Creel 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)  

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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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)  

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. is the program administrator of the American Longshore Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> https://blog.amequity.com/longshore-insider/article/longshore-insider-podcast-promoting-safety-by-empowering-supervisors-with-ken-creel The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-16054767 Thu, 07 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1066 AEU, Safety, Safety management, Workplace safety, management, Longshore, Longshore Insider, Maritime, Maritime industry 2 4 full false Longshore Insider Podcast | Beyond Behavior-Based Safety with Joe White Longshore Insider Podcast | Beyond Behavior-Based Safety with Joe White 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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> https://blog.amequity.com/longshore-insider/article/longshore-insider-podcast-beyond-behavior-based-safety-with-joe-white The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-15856568 Thu, 03 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1113 AEU, Safety, Safety management, Workplace safety, management, Longshore, Longshore Insider, Maritime, Maritime industry 2 3 full false Longshore Insider Podcast | Insights on the OSHA SHARP program with Jason Reynolds Longshore Insider Podcast | Insights on the OSHA SHARP program with Jason Reynolds 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 Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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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 Mutual Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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]]> The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-15658079 Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1229 AEU, Safety, Safety management, Workplace safety, management, Longshore, Longshore Insider, Maritime, Maritime industry 2 2 full false Longshore Insider Podcast | Building a Safety-First Culture with Rudy Becerra Longshore Insider Podcast | Building a Safety-First Culture with Rudy Becerra 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 Association Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

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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 Ltd (ALMA), a group self-insurance fund authorized by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide USL&H coverage for the liabilities of its members under the United States Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. As program administrator, AEU provides services such as claims handling, loss control, and underwriting, as well as longshore consulting and leadership training.

With a history rooted in maritime, AEU is keenly aware of the challenges faced by waterfront employers and has carefully built services and teams to directly meet those needs. Longshore insurance is our specialty, so our members can rest assured their unique exposures are being handled by experts.

Learn more about AEU

amequity.com | Linkedin | Facebook

]]> The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-15504457 Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1241 AEU, Safety, Safety management, Workplace safety, management, Longshore, Longshore Insider, Maritime, Maritime industry 2 1 full false The Rise of Virtual Mediation The Rise of Virtual Mediation 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 business. 

Featuring:

  • Dave Widener, director of claims advisory services, The American Equity Underwriters
  • Brian McElreath, partner, Lueder, Larkin & Hunter


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

]]> 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 business. 

Featuring:

  • Dave Widener, director of claims advisory services, The American Equity Underwriters
  • Brian McElreath, partner, Lueder, Larkin & Hunter


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

]]> Brian McElreath Buzzsprout-4599149 Fri, 17 Jul 2020 10:00:00 -0500 591 longshore claims, claims mediation, workers' compensation, USL&H, mediation 1 3 full false Shipbuilders Council of America: An Advocate for Shipyards During COVID-19 and Beyond Shipbuilders Council of America: An Advocate for Shipyards During COVID-19 and Beyond 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, Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA)

Links:

]]> 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, Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA)

Links:

]]> The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-4186601 Mon, 15 Jun 2020 15:00:00 -0500 1272 longshore, shipbuilding, ship repair, maritime, maritime industry, SCA 1 2 full false How is COVID-19 Impacting Longshore Claims Handling and Medical Treatment? How is COVID-19 Impacting Longshore Claims Handling and Medical Treatment? 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 American Equity Underwriters
  • Brian McElreath, partner, Lueder, Larkin & Hunter


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

]]> 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 American Equity Underwriters
  • Brian McElreath, partner, Lueder, Larkin & Hunter


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

]]> The American Equity Underwriters, Inc. Buzzsprout-3851426 Wed, 20 May 2020 19:00:00 -0500 860 longshore claims, USL&H, longshore act, LHWCA, telemedicine, AEU 1 1 full false