Maryland Code, Labor and Employment § 9-406

(i) the financial strength of the employer;

(ii) the number of covered employees of the employer;

(iii) the degree of hazard for covered employees of the employer;

(iv) the likelihood that several covered employees will be injured or killed in the same accident; and

(v) if the employer wants to use an authorized insurer, the reputation of the authorized insurer for fair and prompt settlement of claims for compensation; and