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1/10/2012
No, we’re not asking you to step back into the classroom -- you can put down your pens, textbooks and notepads! Instead, take a few moments to test your knowledge of proper recordkeeping practices. Your awareness of what to keep and what to toss can keep you in compliance and protect you from time-consuming and costly HR mistakes.
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11/8/2011
The workplace can be a dietary disaster. You’re stressed, you’re short on time and your stomach is rumbling like a freight train. So what do you do? You scurry to the nearest breakroom or vending machine and grab a honey bun or salty chips to fill the void. In mere moments, you’ve consumed hundreds of calories, while depriving your body of the nutrients it needs most. Do this enough times and your health and waistline are going to suffer.
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10/5/2011
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a time for schools, communities and workplaces to get involved and take a stand against bullying.
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9/7/2011
Holiday party, you ask? But the kids just went back to school and it’s not even officially fall yet! But the reality is that holiday parties take planning – and the time to kick off that planning is now. Otherwise, it will be December 1st and you’ll be left holding the wreath with little other resources.
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8/10/2011
Last month, we discussed some of the natural and manmade disasters that can befall your business – and what you can do to survive a catastrophic event. Your learned how to keep your business functioning in the days following a major disaster, largely through emergency communications, priority operations, and proper data backup and recovery.
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7/6/2011
To ensure you're never caught off guard in a crisis, you need an emergency preparedness and response plan.
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6/12/2011
We know, we know. It’s sunny, it’s warm and you’d rather be outside playing. Plus, that summer vacation you’ve been planning since January is still weeks away.
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4/12/2011
The new Top 10 OSHA Violations are out. Join us for a discussion of what's on the list, what employers can do to comply with OSHA regulations and how prepare for an OSHA inspection.
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6/12/2009
Employees are ignoring data security policies and engaging in activities that could put their employers’ security in serious risk, according to a new survey.
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5/7/2009
Learn about the safety risks and the safety preparations you need to make before employees work in the summer heat
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5/7/2009
The swine flu is the top story on most news sites, as new cases are being confirmed around the world. High-density locations such as offices, schools, airplanes and nursing homes are considered higher risk areas for spreading the flu. As an employer, what are your rights and responsibilities when it comes to protecting your workforce from contagious diseases?
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3/26/2009
Earlier this month, the NCCI released preliminary survey data that strongly suggests there is a direct correlation between obesity and workers’ compensation claims.
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3/11/2009
Violence in the workplace is more than just a newspaper headline, it affects real employees in every industry in the country. Employees must be trained to handle difficult situations and know how to diffuse them.
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3/11/2009
While personal protective equipment (PPE) can prevent chemicals from coming in contact with your body, material safety data sheets (MSDS) are your first line of defense when it comes to protecting employees who work with hazardous chemicals.
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2/13/2009
Keeping your business safe from online dangers is an on-going task that is critical to your success. Even when you think you’ve taken every precaution imaginable, the threat of attack is still there.
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1/28/2009
This year more companies are responding to the recession by tightening budgets and eliminating costly training programs. While making cutbacks in employee safety training in could save money, it could also spell serious trouble.
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9/2/2008
Consider your recordkeeping practices, too. When not handled properly, personnel records can leave employees vulnerable to identity theft.
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8/20/2008
Company-sponsored functions are a mixed bag for employers. While they are an opportunity to boost morale and promote camaraderie, they also contain legal pitfalls.
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8/20/2008
Don't wait for an inspection to make sure your OSHA recordkeeping is in full compliance. Because, if you can’t come up with the records in time, you may pay dearly for your disorganization.
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8/12/2008
Having a disaster recovery plan in place could make the difference between keeping your doors open, or scrambling to get operational while your profits plummet
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4/18/2008
Hands only is now the standard for adult CPR when drowning or airway obstruction is not suspected. Learn why your employees need to know this new CPR method
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11/28/2007
Most companies also have a compliance obligation under OSHA’s General Safety Clause, requiring businesses to provide a safe and healthful workplace for their employees.
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8/3/2007
The two most common forms of heat-related illnesses are heat exhaustion and the more severe, heat stroke, so keep employees safe with these tips.
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7/31/2007
Most workplace violence is perpetrated by non-employees, such as when an armed robber confronts retail help, the client of human services agency becomes physically abusive, or the spouse of one of your people comes after his or her mate at work
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3/13/2007
New worker injuries still account for almost one-third of all injuries reported by private industries, so training is essential for all new employees
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3/7/2007
Every fall, an employee misses work due to a serious allergic reaction to ragweed. Quick—is this a “serious health condition” covered by the FMLA? Or is it a “disability” covered by the ADA?
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3/7/2007
These nine safety tips—gleaned from a recent safety conference in New England—come both from OSHA inspectors and safety managers in private industry.
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3/7/2007
Employers have a general obligation to maintain a safe workplace. Thus it’s important to have plans to prevent violence of any type
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3/7/2007
If you need to bring your company up to speed on emergency preparedness, consider these elements for your disaster management plan
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3/7/2007
The possibility of terrorism makes it wise to take a fresh look at your emergency action plan no matter the size of your business or what zone you’re in.
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3/7/2007
A well-maintained employee safety program is critical when disaster strikes. Put a responsible worker in charge of ensuring that first aid kits are fully stocked.
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3/6/2007
You’ll probably find an important news release from the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA). And, if you have 11 or more employees, this is one document you will want to keep.
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3/6/2007
States have various laws under which you may be liable for such acts of violence. At the very least, you could be liable under OSHA’s general requirement that you maintain a safe workplace.
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3/6/2007
Now some businesses are eliminating the "smoke break" and some are going as far as forbidding employees from smoking any time. These actions are stirring debate and lawsuits between companies with concerns about employees' health and workers' rights group
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3/6/2007
Be proactive in advocating wellness programs for dealing with obesity at work. An effective wellness program, she claims, can decrease your medical costs and boost productivity.
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3/5/2007
A new poll from the National Sleep Foundation says workplace fatigue costs U.S. businesses $77 billion a year. Not surprisingly, operations managers think fatigue causes 18 percent of all workplace accidents and injuries.
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3/5/2007
Although OSHA dictates many safety regulations, it’s up to you to figure out how to integrate the principles of safety into your employees’ work ethic. Use the following suggestions as a start. They can help you affirm and reinforce your commitment to wor
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3/5/2007
It’s time to institute formal mail-handling procedures designed to intercept mail that could be dangerous to your organization
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3/5/2007
Federal law requires safeguards to protect workers from hazardous materials (HazMat) in the workplace. Originally, the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) — the law requiring employers to clearly communicate the hazards posed by dangerous chemicals — appl
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3/5/2007
Severe weather raises several of HR issues, specifically concerning how exempt employees must be compensated during work stoppages.
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3/5/2007
It takes effort to put together plans to minimize the effect war or terrorist acts might have on your business. But it’s a lot less work than trying to pick up the pieces if an avoidable disaster strikes home
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3/5/2007
Many employee handbooks contain legal land mines that you should dig up and defuse now to avoid future employee lawsuits
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3/5/2007
From staggering health plan costs to concerns about quality, health care is a hot issue with both employers and employees, but ayou can take steps to bring costs down and empower your employees with education.
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3/5/2007
Getting employees to obey safety rules can be frustrating, unless you understand why they don’t obey them to start with. Follow these four simple lessons to successfully raise awareness about safety in your company.
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3/5/2007
Unresolved personal problems can sometimes preface acts of workplace violence as well. Supervisors should be sensitive to the moods and behavior of employees who are having major problems with personal or family relationships, finances, drug or alcohol ab
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3/5/2007
Employees, taking advantage of broadband Internet connections at work, download music, movies, games, and more. There are a number of things you can do to keep file downloading from affecting your company negatively
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2/28/2007
Having trouble convincing your boss to shell out the bucks needed to improve safety
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2/27/2007
It’s not hard to see that the problem of unsolicited commercial messages — also known as spam — is getting worse instead of better
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2/27/2007
Several thousand high-hazard, general industry workplaces are on a primary list for unannounced inspections by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
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2/27/2007
The following tips can help small companies prepare for and protect themselves from disaster
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2/27/2007
Emergency procedures may include everything from implementing an employee evacuation plan to alerting law-enforcement agencies
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2/27/2007
Before conducting a workplace search or monitoring, make it very clear to employees that they do not have a reasonable expectation of privacy in, for example, their persons, property they bring onto the your premises, and in facilities and equipment you p
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2/23/2007
Instituting a domestic violence prevention program at your company may help create a safer workplace and prevent domestic violence from coming to the workplace. That protects your employees and your company.
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2/23/2007
When faced with an angry customer or employee, knowing what to do and what not to do can make the difference between handling it well and encountering violence
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2/23/2007
Keeping your employees safe at all times is a necessary strategy that pays off in the long term because for every dollar companies spend on safety, they realize a $3 to $6 savings, some of which may be seen in reduced workers’ compensation expenses
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2/23/2007
The Military Reservist Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program provides funds to small businesses experiencing substantial economic injury caused by the departure of a key employee. See if your business qualifies.
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1/8/2004
Get a safety program going at your company and protect yourself from the high cost of workplace injuries
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12/31/2003
When is it okay to release employee names, addresses and telephone numbers to managers and other staff members? Emergency preparedness that respects employee privacy is key
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