The Scopes Manual is a guide to proper classification of employees published by NCCI. This manual details each employee classification code with a definition and a list of employees who fall under that specific code. The Scopes Manual includes NOC definitions as well as classification codes that are state specific.
The manual used to be a very large involved book.
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James founded a Workers’ Compensation consulting firm, J&L Risk Management Consultants, Inc. in 1996. J&L’s mission is to reduce our clients’ Workers Compensation premiums by using time-tested techniques. J&L’s claims, premium, reserve and Experience Mod reviews have saved employers over $9.8 million in earned premiums over the last three years. J&L has saved numerous companies from bankruptcy proceedings as a result of insurance overpayments.
James has over 27 years of experience in insurance claims, audit, and underwriting, specializing in Workers’ Compensation. He has supervised, and managed the administration of Workers’ Compensation claims, and underwriting in over 45 states. His professional experience includes being the Director of Risk Management for the North Carolina School Boards Association. He created a very successful Workers’ Compensation Injury Rehabilitation Unit for school personnel.
James’s educational background, which centered on computer technology, culminated in earning a Masters of Business Administration (MBA); an Associate in Claims designation (AIC); and an Associate in Risk Management designation (ARM). He is a Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) and a licensed financial advisor. The NC Department of Insurance has certified him as an insurance instructor. He also possesses a Bachelors’ Degree in Actuarial Science.
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He currently possess press credentials and am invited to various national Workers Compensation conferences as a reporter.
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As with any technical publication, consult with an expert who fully understands the intent and meaning of each code. How they can and cannot be applied to your specific situation. An expert can guide you around the w/c classifications in Scopes far better than just reading through the book on your own.