To ensure a safe work environment, here are some key safety programs you could implement for your business: Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Program: Conduct regular hazard assessments. Provide safety training tailored to your industry. Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Maintain emergency procedures and protocols. Workplace Safety Training: Provide comprehensive safety...
By Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP I’m facing a difficult challenge with one of my employees. Despite being an exceptional performer for over three years, she has recently shown a significant drop in productivity, a change in attitude, and a pattern of tardiness. How should I approach this situation, considering her past performance? —Trevor ...
Employee Health and Well-being: Safety programs create a secure work environment, reducing the likelihood of accidents, injuries, or illnesses. This leads to happier, healthier employees, increasing morale and productivity. Legal Compliance: Many industries have strict health and safety regulations. Implementing safety programs ensures your business stays compliant, helping you avoid legal penalties, fines, or even...
The requirement to provide workers’ compensation for subcontractors depends on several factors and varies by jurisdiction. Here are some general guidelines to consider: Legal Classification: In many jurisdictions, subcontractors are considered independent contractors rather than employees. As such, they may not be covered under the employer’s workers’ compensation policy. This classification often depends on...
A workers’ compensation exemption is a legal provision that allows certain individuals or businesses to be exempt from carrying workers’ compensation insurance coverage. Here are some key points about workers’ comp exemptions: Purpose: The primary purpose of workers’ comp exemptions is to provide flexibility, especially for small businesses or individuals who may not have...
By Allen Smith, J.D. When health savings accounts (HSAs) took effect more than 20 years ago, some initially thought HSAs would not be used by rank-and-file employees and would be used only by executives. “That has not proven true,” said Chris Keller, an attorney with Groom Law Group in Washington, D.C. “Financially savvy employees...
A workers’ compensation audit is a review process conducted by an insurance company to verify the accuracy of the premium paid by a business for its workers’ compensation insurance policy. The audit ensures that the premium reflects the actual payroll and employee job classifications during the policy period. Here’s a detailed explanation: Purpose of...
By Matt Gonzalez/SHRM Millennial and Generation Z employees have different viewpoints than their Generation X and Baby Boomer colleagues about discussing politics in the workplace. Sixty percent of Millennial (ages 35-44) and 58 percent of Generation Z workers (ages 25-34) said they “sometimes” or “frequently” talk politics at work, according to a survey of...
Outsourcing the preparation for your workers’ comp audit can be beneficial, especially if you lack the internal resources or expertise to handle the process effectively. Here are some potential benefits and considerations: Benefits of Outsourcing Expertise and Accuracy: Specialized Knowledge: Professional accountants, payroll service providers, and consultants have specialized knowledge in preparing for workers’ comp...
By Roy Maurer It’s election season in the U.S., in an era of increased polarization and divisiveness. What should employers do when their employees engage in political discussions at work or take part in political activism in their personal lives? Experts advised employers not to shut down discussions, but said they should set expectations...
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