HVAC contractors are looking for ways to improve employee morale and foster company culture. One way many do that is by allowing technicians to take their work vehicles home with them. This minimizes drive time, a major factor in job satisfaction for technicians, and saves on fuel costs. Many HVAC contractors also see group events, including social gatherings and volunteer projects, as important for team building.
But are the benefits to the employees worth it? Because all this carries the risk of bringing a worker’s compensation claim. However, there are ways to mitigate that risk while retaining the benefits.