2024

GLP-1 Drugs: Weighing the Impact on Health and Healthcare Costs

2024-10-01T08:49:22-04:00October 1st, 2024|2024, Wellness|

In recent years, a new class of drugs has gained significant attention in the medical world, promising substantial weight loss and potential changes in healthcare costs. These medications, known as GLP-1 receptor agonists, are reshaping conversations about obesity treatment [...]

Why Skilled Trades Are the Smart Career Choice in Today’s Volatile Job Market

2024-09-27T14:23:21-04:00September 27th, 2024|2024, General Industry News, Labor News|

In an era where student debt is skyrocketing and job markets are increasingly volatile, one career path stands out for its stability, earning potential, and accessibility: skilled trades. At NARFA (National Automotive Roads Fuel Association), we've long recognized the [...]

How ICHRAs Can Help Small Businesses Save Big on Health Benefits in 2025

2024-09-24T08:57:45-04:00September 24th, 2024|2024, Employee Benefits, Health Care, Health Care Reform, Insurance & Benefits, Small Business Health Insurance|

Are rising health insurance costs eating into your small business's budget? Are your employees struggling to afford quality healthcare? Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRAs) might be the solution you've been searching for. What are ICHRAs? ICHRAs (pronounced [...]

Maximizing Recovery: The Critical Role of Physical Therapy in Workers’ Compensation

2024-09-14T13:18:16-04:00September 16th, 2024|2024, Workers Compensation|

In workers' compensation, particularly for industries served by the National Automotive Roads Fuel Association (NARFA) and the Automotive Industries Compensation Corporation (AICC), physical therapy is key to employee recovery and cost management. This blog post explores how strategic physical [...]

Why Consider Health Savings Accounts for 2025: Navigating Rising Health Insurance Costs for Businesses

2024-09-12T12:14:33-04:00September 4th, 2024|2024, Health Savings Accounts|

As we approach 2025, businesses in the automotive, roads, fuel, fleet, and related industries face an increasingly complex healthcare landscape. With health insurance costs continuing to rise, many companies are seeking innovative solutions to manage expenses while still [...]

Funding Your Healthcare: The NARFA Advantage

2024-09-10T11:37:33-04:00August 29th, 2024|2024, Insurance & Benefits|

In today's challenging economic climate, employers are constantly seeking innovative solutions to manage rising healthcare costs. NARFA (National Automotive Roads Fuel Association) offers a comprehensive range of healthcare benefits designed to meet these challenges head-on. By leveraging NARFA [...]

Gearing Up for Safety: Essential Training Components for Automotive, Roads, Fuel, and Fleet Industries

2024-08-15T15:32:34-04:00August 12th, 2024|2024, OSHA, Safety Tips|

In today's fast-paced world of automotive, roads, fuel, and fleet management, safety is critical. As technology evolves and new challenges emerge, our approach to safety training must keep pace. Whether you're managing a bustling auto repair shop, overseeing a [...]

The Healthcare Cost Tightrope: Balancing Costs and Benefits for Your Business

2024-08-08T09:10:53-04:00August 8th, 2024|2024, Health Care|

For many employers, healthcare costs are a high-wire act. You want to offer competitive benefits packages to attract and retain top talent, but rising costs threaten to throw you off balance. So, how do you navigate this challenging landscape? [...]

The U.S. Department of Labor Announces Proposed Rule To Protect Indoor, Outdoor Workers From Extreme Heat

2024-07-09T07:39:58-04:00July 9th, 2024|2024, Safety Tips|

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a new rule aimed at protecting workers from extreme heat hazards. This initiative seeks to safeguard approximately 36 million indoor and outdoor workers, potentially reducing heat-related injuries, illnesses, and fatalities in the [...]

Supreme Court Overturns Chevron Deference: What It Means for Workplace Safety and Regulation

2024-07-02T12:58:51-04:00July 2nd, 2024|2024, Safety Tips|

The landscape of federal regulation is set for a seismic shift following a recent Supreme Court decision. On June 28, in Loper Bright Enterprises, et al, v. Raimondo, the court overturned a 40-year-old precedent known as the Chevron deference. [...]