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Who doesn’t enjoy the shade and UV protection that an umbrella provides on a hot sunny day? But have you considered how that umbrella is anchored into the ground or its base, especially when the winds pick up?

We are pleased to announce that Linda Wolf and Linda Bengera have recently stepped into new roles with the Delaware Valley Trusts. Their experience and dedication will continue to support our members and strengthen the services we provide. Linda Wolf now serves as Director of Risk Control, where she leads the Risk Control Department and coordinates facility management for our Horsham office. She joined the Trust in 2008 and brings a strong background in safety management and public service, along with a deep understanding of our members’ needs. Linda’s experience and commitment continue to guide efforts to help members prevent injuries, reduce risk, and protect their operations. Linda Bengera has been appointed Workers’ Compensation Claims Manager for the Delaware Valley Workers’ Compensation Trust. In this role, she leads the claims team and oversees the full lifecycle of workers’ compensation claims, from reporting through resolution. With 25 years of service, she offers extensive experience in claims operations, compliance, and member support, along with a strong focus on improving processes and delivering responsive, high-quality service. Please join us in congratulating Linda Wolf and Linda Bengera on their new roles. We look forward to the continued impact they will make for our members.

Spring brings increased outdoor operations that may expose workers to excessive noise from lawn mowers, string trimmers, leaf blowers and other powered equipment. Lawn mowers typically produce noise levels between 85–100 decibels (dB) - loud enough to harm hearing after prolonged or repeated exposure. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that 22 million workers are exposed to potentially damaging noise at work each year. In response, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has established a recommended exposure limit (REL) of 85 A-weighted decibels (dBA) averaged over a typical eight-hour workday. Employees exposed to noise at or above the NIOSH REL risk developing significant hearing loss over their working lifetime. Hearing loss happens gradually and is irreversible, making prevention essential.