Western Pallet Magazine July 2025 | Page 27

The Power of Planning with an Insurance Advisor

An insurance advisor isn’t just there when you buy your policy—they’re your partner in reducing risk and saving money over time. An experienced advisor can:

  • Analyze your current year’s claims

  • Spot new risks and help you fix them

  • Create a safety improvement plan

  • Review your policy and adjust coverage as needed

  • Help lower your premiums by showing your efforts to reduce risk

  • When you bring your advisor into the con- versation now—not just at renewal time —you set yourself up for a better finish to the year.

    Why Acting Now Matters

    Waiting until November or December is often too late. But starting now puts you ahead of the game.

    So far in 2025, the wooden pallet industry has seen more worker injuries, more fire and weather losses, and more property-related claims than this time last year. But these trends don’t have to continue. With smart safety planning, equipment upkeep, and guidance from a trusted insurance advisor, you can protect your people, your property, and your bottom line.

    Let this mid-year mark be your wake-up call —and your opportunity to finish strong.

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    The second half of the year is usually busier for pallet makers—more produc- tion, more workers, more trucks, and more pressure. That also means more opportunities for things to go wrong.

    By taking action mid-year, you give your business time to:

  • Refresh training

  • Fix hazards

  • Prepare for storms and high heat

  • Prevent claim-worthy accidents

  • Reduce insurance costs before they go up