Insurance Information/Catholic Mutual

Catholic Mutual strives to provide our members with resources to assist in reducing claims. One problem area we have noted is that bullying continues to be a concern – whether at school or when our youth are attending other events. In an effort to assist you in this area and enhance our anti-bullying program, we have developed a new training for youth at the high school age.

  • Bullying | Downloads: 4813 | Updated: January 10, 2019
  • Children's Bullying Training - CARES | Downloads: 4792 | Updated: October 23, 2018

    “That’s Really Not Okay” Training Video
    Access to Video Via CMG Connect
    Children’s Anti-bullying Training CMGConnect - Catholic Mutual and Opus are proud to present our latest training video, “That’s Really Not Okay”. This 6 minute video is specifically created for a younger audience (approximately ages 10 and under) to help them know what to do when they encounter bullying.

    • Taking Care Saving Lives - AED Training Announcement | Downloads: 1155 | Updated: October 19, 2023

      Taking Care – Saving Lives. This 13-minute video provides education about Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) and the importance of responding quickly and effectively in emergency situations.  The use of Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) can make a difference between life and death.  This training highlights that not only is it important to have an AED available,  it is important to have appropriate device placement, awareness by all on the location of the AED, and proper maintenance to ensure these life saving devices are available when needed.

    • SAMPLE AED Incident Report | Downloads: 1443 | Updated: September 5, 2023

      Generic AED incident report for documenting when a unit is used.

      • COVID-19 Preparedness Checklist | Downloads: 4844 | Updated: June 4, 2020

        Catholic Mutual has provided a checklist to help you address issues following the COVID-19 pandemic.

      • COVID – Return to School | Downloads: 4783 | Updated: June 4, 2020

        Please take a look at the attached CMG Memo and Return to School document which was recently added. As issues and concerns with the pandemic are constantly evolving, we will update our current documents as needed and continue to add new resources as they are developed.

        • Catholic Umbrella Pool II | Downloads: 5019 | Updated: May 31, 2017

          11 (including a driver) to 15 Passenger Van, Bus and Shuttle Use Policy (attached).

        • Volunteer Driver Form | Downloads: 5037 | Updated: October 18, 2016

          Please be advised if anyone drives as a volunteer for our locations it is best to have that person fill out the volunteer driver form. If you have any question please contact our office.

          • Emergency Procedures App Instructions | Downloads: 5400 | Updated: August 23, 2017

            Emergency situations happen every day. If an emergency happened at one of your facilities, do you think the staff or volunteers would know what to do?

            Catholic Mutual Group has been promoting use of the Emergency Response Procedures Manuals to our membership over the past decade. While these are great to have when an emergency occurs, they aren’t always easily accessible. This is why Catholic Mutual Group created an app for mobile devices so this information can be available to everyone right at their fingertips.

            The app can provide easily accessible procedures for your location’s employees and volunteers so they can respond appropriately and efficiently during a crisis.

            The app is available in the App Store or the Play Store for all Apple and Android devices. There is no charge for use of the app. The app can also be customized by selecting which types and which order the procedures would show up on the device. The emergency contacts section can be customized to have the correct phone numbers to call in case of any type of emergency.

            If you have any questions regarding this information, please feel free to contact Kevin Maloney 304-230-5640.

            • Pandemic | Downloads: 4833 | Updated: March 16, 2020

              EPIDEMIC, PANDEMIC AND OUTBREAK PREPAREDNESS

            • Flu Prevention | Downloads: 4705 | Updated: March 16, 2020

              FLU PREVENTION MEASURES - Based on Recommendations from the CDC

              The purpose of the enclosed information is to provide sample forms and procedures to minimize the exposures created by participation on playgrounds or field trips.

              • Field Trip Risk Management Information | Downloads: 5215 | Updated: October 18, 2016

                The purpose of the enclosed information is to provide sample forms and procedures to minimize the exposures created by participation in field trips.

                In addition to completion of the enclosed forms, all participating adults should be screened and complete all safe environment requirements.

                  CMG Connect as your “one-stop-shop” for meeting all of your diocesan training needs and your own personal history of training compliance. The Diocese requires all locations to participate in the Catholic Mutual on-line trainings.

                  • Incredible But True: Yes, That Really Happened! - Training Video | Downloads: 4940 | Updated: June 23, 2022

                    Catholic Mutual is excited to introduce our new training video titled Incredible But True: Yes, That Really Happened! video.  This 13-minute video includes potentially disastrous scenarios that can occur when safety and common sense are not appropriately emphasized in making decisions. You can view the new video at CMG Connect (https://cmgconnect.org) in the “optional” area/caption.

                    If you have any questions, please let me know.

                  • 2.0 MVR Defensive Driving Flyer (EditCategory) | Downloads: 4874 | Updated: July 21, 2020

                    If you Log onto your CMGConnect profile and  do not see the ‘Defensive Driving Curriculum & Motor Vehicle Report’ under your Required Training Section, you will need to add “Driver” to your category. This flyer provides step by step instructions on how to edit your profile. Please let me know if you have any issues. Thank you

                  • 2.0 End-User Guide (Generic) | Downloads: 4919 | Updated: January 21, 2020

                    1/21/2020 end-user flyer for the new CMG Connect 2.0. These instructions will assist in walking you through the process of taking CMGConnect on-line training.

                  • Generic CMG Connect Instructions | Downloads: 5215 | Updated: February 1, 2018

                    Catholic Mutual On-Line Training
                    The new Generic CMG Connect Instructions document is a one page (front and back) which provides user instructions on how to sign up at CMGConnect. We have provided a Current Video List which has updated notes about our most current training offerings.
                    If you have any questions, please let me know. Thanks! Kevin Maloney, MBA Catholic Mutual Claims Risk Manager PO Box 230 Wheeling, WV 26003 Office – 304.230.5640 Cell – 304.280.4356 Fax – 304.230.5642

                  • CMG Connect Sample Instructions | Downloads: 5703 | Updated: October 18, 2016

                    CMG Connect, Catholic Mutual Group’s new online training hub is still on schedule to roll-out July 1st. Think of CMG Connect as your “one-stop-shop” for meeting all of your diocesan training needs and your own personal history of training compliance. All of Catholic Mutual’s valuable online resources will be available, such as Be Smart – Drive Safe, The Business of the Church series, and Bloodborne Pathogens, to name a few.

                    The following safety and insurance guidelines are designed to assist parishes with the rental/usage of their parish hall.

                    • Guidelines For Special Events | Downloads: 5228 | Updated: July 22, 2020

                      2020/2021 Special Event application and Guidelines

                      Please remember to send in the application two weeks prior to the event as other coverages and/or charges may apply. The application has amended to include the  exclusion for pandemic/epidemic.  K & K has also reminded us that members should be especially careful to follow state/local guidelines regarding COVID-19 when their leasing their facilities.

                    • Festival/High Risk Events Risk Management Best Practices | Downloads: 5495 | Updated: May 19, 2017

                      By being aware of the “best practices” safety checklist shown below and understanding the detailed information available in the Festival/High Risk Events Policy Manual, you will be better prepared to ensure a safer event and reduce or eliminate common claims associated with these types of events. The Festival/High Risk Events Policy Manual can be found on Catholic Mutual’s website at www.catholicmutual.org.

                    • Catholic Mutual Safety Guidelines for Parish Hall Rental/Usage | Downloads: 7096 | Updated: May 19, 2017

                      The following safety and insurance guidelines are designed to assist parishes with the rental/usage of their parish hall. The guidelines focus on safety recommendations to reduce or prevent the most common claims associated with parish hall rentals. If the information outlined in these guidelines does not adequately address your questions, please contact Catholic Mutual’s Risk Management Department at (304)230-5640.

                    • Parish Event Vs Special Event | Downloads: 5189 | Updated: March 17, 2017

                      Special Events Coverage should be used when a parish or other church institution is allowing an individual or organization to use its facilities for a non-parish sponsored activity. Attached is information which will help explain the difference and which coverage is applicable.

                    • Facility Usage Indemnity Agreement | Downloads: 5243 | Updated: February 12, 2015

                      The Facility Usage/Indemnity Agreement must be used when non-parish sponsored or affiliated groups use parish facilities on a short-term basis such as one day or a week. The following groups are examples of non-parish sponsored or affiliated groups that should sign the Facility Usage/Indemnity Agreement.

                    • Adult Hold Harmless Indemnity Agreement | Downloads: 5297 | Updated: February 12, 2015

                      Ideally, individuals utilizing parish premises for activities that are neither parish sponsored nor affiliated should be providing the parish with a certificate of insurance naming the parish and the Arch/Diocese as an additional insured. However, in certain instances when groups or individuals do not have insurance, the Adult Hold Harmless/Indemnity Agreement can be used. The Adult Hold Harmless/Indemnity Agreement has not been designed to be a replacement for insurance but has been developed only for certain situations.

                          Catholic Mutual continues to prepare and provide information to its members regarding safety.

                              • Safety & Security | Downloads: 4678 | Updated: August 23, 2021

                                This document is to provide you with guidelines and offer you tools to develop your Safety Team/ Plan based upon your parish’s setting and your own environment. Because many parishes may be in a rural setting or in an outlying area of a community, some factors may not apply to your specific situation; however, please consider all of this material when developing your Safety and Security Procedures.

                                Catholic Mutual continues to prepare and provide information to its members regarding safety. In the wake of many recent tragedies, mass shootings and other violent acts have become all too familiar. Our churches are not immune from shootings and other violent attacks. The Church Security document includes information on Awareness and Prevention and Threat and Course of Action. Catholic Mutual DOES NOT allow arming employees or volunteers as part of your safety/security plan. There is an excellent active shooter training geared for schools that is available at www.cmgconnect.org. You can also find an “Active Shooter Emergency Response” document on our website www.catholicmutual.org.

                                • Church Security | Downloads: 4749 | Updated: January 10, 2019

                                  Catholic Mutual continues to prepare and provide information to its members regarding safety.  Attached is our first CARES document regarding church intruder security.  Additional supplemental documents will be made available in the near future.  In the wake of many recent tragedies, mass shootings and other violent acts have become all too familiar. Our churches are not immune from shootings and other violent attacks.  The Church Security document includes information on Awareness and Prevention and Threat and Course of Action.  Catholic Mutual DOES NOT allow arming employees or volunteers as part of your safety/security plan.  There is an excellent active shooter training geared for schools that is available at www.cmgconnect.org.  You can also find an “Active Shooter Emergency Response” document on our website www.catholicmutual.org.  In addition, Catholic Mutual also offers the “Emergency Response Procedures App” that you can download to your cell phone or tablet.

                                • Active Shooter Emergency Response | Downloads: 5036 | Updated: May 19, 2017

                                  Please be advised, in an effort to provide more detailed assistance to our members with preparing and responding to an active shooter situation, in addition to the following, Catholic Mutual has completed training videos on this subject. These videos are available at www.CMGconnect.org under the School Safety Curriculum

                                • School Violence Prevention and Preparedness a Planning Guide for Schools | Downloads: 5941 | Updated: May 19, 2017

                                  All Schools should develop a Violence Prevention and Preparedness Plan. This plan should be designed to suit the school and community’s specific needs. The plan should be an ongoing, systematic, and comprehensive process that addresses both short and long-term safety measures to eliminate violent attitudes and behaviors in the school. The following guidelines are provided for your school to use in developing a School Violence Prevention and Preparedness Plan. This information can be used as a model for constructing a plan that meets the needs of each individual facility and your community.

                                  According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for people ages 10-34. The number of people who contemplate suicide is even higher. Suicide can be preventable with early intervention. In an effort to assist our members with this delicate topic, Catholic Mutual Group has developed several training videos. Our first training video, Preventing Youth Suicide, is designed to give adults who are in close, frequent contact with young people guidance about warning signs to identify if someone is potentially considering suicide. It also reviews the profound importance of taking immediate action if any of those red flags are observed. Our second training video, Never Again, is specifically created for the high school aged audience to help them identify warning signs to help prevent youth suicide. Attached are instructions to access these trainings which are currently available on CMG Connect under Optional Trainings. If you wish to make them show up on your site as a required training, please contact Shannon Moles at smoles@catholicmutual.org. Attached you will also find an article from our CARES for KIDS library titled Seeking Help is a Sign of Strength: Suicide Awareness & Prevention.

                                    • Volunteer Coordinator Manual | Downloads: 5022 | Updated: March 11, 2020

                                      This handbook has been developed to support your work as the Volunteer Coordinator. We appreciate your willingness to take on this role. Please feel free to contact the Risk Management Department or your Claims/Risk Manager if you need further assistance or have additional questions.

                                    • Volunteers and the Catholic Church: | Downloads: 4681 | Updated: March 11, 2020

                                      A brochure to help volunteers understand their role and to help our programs remain safe for all involved.

                                      All Workers Compensation claims should be reported directly to Church Mutual Insurance Company. On-call staff is available 24/7 in the case of emergency. Church Mutual conveniently enables you to report claims by: Telephone: (800) 554-2642, select Option 2 Fax: (715) 539-4651 Mail: P.O. Box 342, Merrill, WI 54452-0342 E-mail: claims@churchmutual.com

                                      • First report of Injury form | Downloads: 5110 | Updated: May 31, 2017

                                        Attached are the first report of injury forms for workers compensation. Please remember if a worker is injured claims must be submitted to Church Mutual. Claim Filing Options. Church Mutual conveniently enables you to report claims by:

                                        Telephone: (800) 554-2642, select Option 2
                                        Fax: (715) 539-4651
                                        Mail: P.O. Box 342, Merrill, WI 54452-0342
                                        E-mail: claims@churchmutual.com
                                        On-call staff is available 24/7 in the case of emergency.

                                        For more information please review the 2016/2017 Workers Comp Information on the Diocese webpage.

                                      • Workers Comp Information | Downloads: 4837 | Updated: March 17, 2017

                                        All Workers Compensation claims should be reported directly to Church Mutual Insurance Company.
                                        Claim Filing Options. Church Mutual conveniently enables you to report claims by:
                                        Telephone: (800) 554-2642, select Option 2
                                        Fax: (715) 539-4651
                                        Mail: P.O. Box 342, Merrill, WI 54452-0342
                                        E-mail: claims@churchmutual.com
                                        On-call staff is available 24/7 in the case of emergency.
                                        Attached is information which provides the change in carriers, claim reporting procedures and introduces you to the Church Mutual Nurse Hotline. If you have any questions please contact Kevin Maloney at 304-230-5640.

                                        • Youth Ministry Manual | Downloads: 5294 | Updated: October 2, 2019

                                          The key to a successful Youth Ministry program is finding an effective – yet safe – way to connect with kids today. Youth Ministers are charged with the profound responsibility of engaging young people within the Catholic Church, while keeping those who participate safe from harm. Not only are Youth Ministers responsible for safety, but the young person themselves and their parents must also play a role. The following guidelines have been developed to assist you in your role as a Youth Minister. Please feel free to contact Kevin Maloney if you have any further questions.