The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted several new operating rules for the commercial use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)—most commonly known as drones. These new rules go into effect August 2016 and are covered by the FAA's 333 Exemption and the Small UAS Rule (14CFR part 107). I have summarized a few of the main changes taking place in August; along with our initiatives.
Read More »FAA APPROVES DRONES (UAS) FOR COMMERCIAL USE?
Posted by Morgan Cassady on Jun 27, 2016 1:37:50 PM
Topics: Underwriting Inspections, Technology, Exterior Inspection, Drones
Use of drones in underwriting and claim inspections?
Posted by Morgan Cassady on Jan 8, 2015 8:30:00 AM
We get asked all the time about the use of drones in underwriting and claim inspections. Here’s a good article from BBC News about the state of the market – we continue to keep a close eye on this emerging technology and you can be certain we’ll be at the leading edge when the use of drones is practical, economical and efficient.
http://bbc.in/1BLBS55
Topics: Claims, Underwriting Inspections, Technology, Drones
Be careful using ladders, safety matters.
Posted by Morgan Cassady on Nov 13, 2013 9:49:00 PM
Topics: Claims, Safety, Underwriting Inspections, Ladder Safety
Good photos are important for any report
Posted by Morgan Cassady on Nov 12, 2013 9:36:00 PM
Topics: Claims, Lighting, Underwriting Inspections, Photography Tips, Photos, Low Light
Essential Tech Skills for Today's Claims Adjuster
Posted by Morgan Cassady on Oct 23, 2013 8:20:00 PM
Reliable technology is becoming even more important in the field of claims adjusters and property inspectors.
Read More »Topics: Claims, Underwriting Inspections, Technology, Inspector Tools, Equipment, Adjuster Tools
Underwriting Inspectors, Need A New Camera? Pick a winner...
Posted by Morgan Cassady on Oct 16, 2013 4:30:00 PM
Underwriting Inspectors and claims adjusters, need a new camera? Be sure to pick the right one. It needs to produce excellent image quality, reliable, durable and affordable. Don't expect it to last until the end of the millennium, but it should last longer than a few weeks.
Topics: Claims, Underwriting Inspections, Cameras, Inspector Tools, Equipment, Adjuster Tools, Buying Guide