Trainamation utilizes Marsh and its sister companies to provide expert subject matter content in disciplines covering 15 titles including risk and safety, human resources and management consulting. All courses use graphics, animation, and interactive testing to provide a more engaging and productive learning experience.

"This new Marsh venture addresses the needs of businesses and government entities worldwide for a more comprehensive and effective safety and risk management training method as well as faster training delivery," said Edward M. Holinski, Marsh senior vice president and Trainamation CEO.

Trainamation's Learning Management System (LMS) uses Internet and intranet technology to deliver training directly to employees' desktops. It provides easier tracking and administration; more precise measurement and verification of outcomes through integrated testing; and more timely updates of safety regulations, resulting in decreased loss in the work environment.

About Trainamation Safety Courses

Initially, Trainamation offers the following courses: Bloodborne Pathogens, Confined Space Entry, Fire Extinguisher Use, Fork-lift Safety, Hazard Communications, Hearing Conservation, Lockout/Tagout, Energy Sources, Office Ergonomics, Personal Protective Equipment, Advanced Driving Strategies, Respiratory Protection, Slips, Trips and Falls, Travel Security, Van Driver Safety, and Workplace Violence Prevention.

A number of other courses are under development and the current offerings will be updated as issues evolve and regulations change. In order to address worldwide industry-specific needs, Trainamation will provide cultural adaptations. Initially, risk management courses will be available in Spanish, followed by adaptations for the United Kingdom and Australia. Trainamation will also release titles in major European and Asian languages. 

Branding of courses, such as adding a company logo or welcome screen, is provided as part of the standard service. Extensive customization can be implemented as an additional service. Courses can accessed by any Internet browser with a connection bandwidth as low as 28.8K.

About Trainamation

Trainamation is the leader in global risk, safety and human resources training, offering an entertaining and engaging learning experience to empower employees with the skills needed to be smarter, safer, and more productive at their jobs. The unit was formed in 1999 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Marsh, the world's leading risk and insurance services firm to address the needs of its clients. Trainamation is based in San Francisco, CA and on the Web at www.trainamation.com.

About Marsh & McLennan Companies (MMC)

Marsh & McLennan Companies is a global professional services firm with annual revenues of approximately $9 billion. MMC also is the parent company of Putnam Investments, one of the largest investment management companies in the United States; and Mercer Consulting Group, a major global provider of consulting services. More than 50,000 MMC employees provide analysis, advice and transactional capabilities to clients in over 100 countries. Its stock (ticker symbol: MMC) is listed on the New York, Chicago, Pacific and London stock exchanges. MMC's Web site address is www.mmc.com. Marsh's Web site address is www.marshweb.com.

Trainamation is a trademark of Marsh. All other products and brand names as they appear in this press release are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. All specifications may be changed without notice.

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