This program offers protection against both property and liability losses. Liability claims are investigated and adjusted by in house staff. It provides members with one of the broadest excess coverage forms available in California. Sub-programs include: auto physical damage, boiler and machinery, and electronic data processing computer. Loss prevention/control services are funded and made available to members via JPA staff and contract vendors.
Certificates of Insurance can be requested using the Certificate of Insurance Request Form (PDF). All certificates are issued by our insurance broker, Alliant Insurance Services. Completed forms must be emailed directly to Lokesh Madam. Specific instructions are included in the request form.
In compliance with AB 2246 we are pleased to present a new online Suicide Prevention Training module downloaded into the current member training catalog. You can access the training at no additional cost under Employee Courses. For assistance with LMS, please contact Sara Nicholson.
The Loss Control Services team helps school districts save money, prevent injuries and accidents, and organize your loss control efforts. Because the services are necessary in every aspect of a school district's operations, they cover a wide range of areas, including:
Safety training
Liaison with Cal/OSHA Compliance, EPA, APCD and County Office of Hazardous Materials
Training for hazardous materials storage, disposal and site inspections
Assistance in responding to Cal/OSHA complaints, appeals and variance requests
Establishment of safety award incentive programs
Evaluation and assessment of property and liability risks
Inspections of playground equipment
Assistance in obtaining hazardous waste permits
Expertise in evaluating and dealing with asbestos materials
Telephone and on-site consultation on questions regarding safety, health, fire, and environmental codes and regulations
Evaluation of Workers' Compensation experience and assistance in developing programs to reduce injuries
Indoor air quality testing and evaluation of indoor air pollution problems
Assistance in investigating injuries and accidents
Ergonomic worksite evaluations
Site inspections of buildings and property
Development of workshops on special issues and problems
WeTiP program membership
Safe Driver Award program
Loss Control Member Assignments
Office Address
6401 Linda Vista Road, #505
San Diego, CA 92111-7399
Swimming pools attract people of all ages and all swimming skill levels. For the safety of all users, pools must be properly maintained and regulated.
Precautions will vary depending on the type of facility, so management is responsible for making sure that each pool is up to code and safe. Here is a list of general precautions:
Make sure that the lifeguard is properly trained and certified, if a lifeguard is present at the pool.
Post signs that read "Caution: No Lifeguard on Duty. Swim at Your Own Risk," if no lifeguard is present at the pool.
Clearly post the rules of your facility.
Post signs informing users that children under the age of 14 require constant adult supervision.
Install non-slip decking.
Provide large and clear depth markers.
Post "No Diving" signs where water is less than nine feet deep.
Follow proper water sanitation procedures.
Control pool access: Provide a wrap-around fence with a locking latch for outdoor pools or provide access through locker rooms or other controlled areas for indoor pools.
Train employees who work in the pool area in CPR and other first aid techniques.
Employees must have access to properly stocked first aid kits.
Indoor pools require good room ventilation.
Outdoor pools require constant cleaning to remove fallen or blown-in debris.
When to Ask for an Indoor Air Quality Inspection
Good Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) contributes to a favorable environment for students, performance of teachers and staff, and a sense of comfort, health, and well-being. These elements combine to assist a school in its core mission — educating children.
Our member charters and districts may request an IAQ inspection through the JPA or directly through their dedicated loss control analyst and, this service is part of your membership with the JPA meaning there is no cost to you beyond your contribution to the JPA.
Some indicators that an IAQ should be performed are:
Recent water intrusion
Visible mold growth
Post remediation, if either of these two occur
Other reasons to request an IAQ include staff and students experiencing the following common symptoms, but more severely, such as:
Headache
Fatigue
Shortness of breath
Sinus congestion
Cough
Sneezing
Eye, nose, throat, and skin irritation
Dizziness
Nausea
The following methods can be employed to control IAQ, reducing the likelihood of needing an IAQ inspection:
Maintaining scheduled filter changes on building HVAC units
Keeping windows and doors closed
Using HEPA filtration units in the classroom or office space
Removing items that negatively affect IAQ, such as plug-in air fresheners, wax melts, and candles
Candles also create a fire hazard and should not be permitted
De-cluttering the workspace, including removing non-district furniture due to its ability to house allergens and pests, so that custodial staff can properly clean JPA member property.
