Did you know that fire kills approximately 3,700 and injures 15,200 people in the US annually? Although, most fatalities related to fires are from smoke inhalation and not the actual …
How to Handle Violence in the Workplace?
Violence in the workplace laws are quickly being established in the states to prevent and address the growing problem of workplace violence. Workplace violence laws address issues such as the …
What to do when an employee calls in sick but is caught doing fine?
Awe, poor Bruce. He had quite a bad fever this week and was out of work on Friday – or so he said when he called in sick. But according …
OSHA Compliance
Most employers agree that their workplace should be as safe as possible and that employees should not take safety lightly. The government created an agency known as the Occupational Safety …
Winter Work Safety Training Tips
While the temperatures continue to drop this winter, some employees continue to work outside in the frigid weather. Working outdoors during the winter months can pose several health risks for …
3 Tips for Updating Employee Handbooks
Human resource departments have several different tasks on their plates entering the new year. One of the most significant projects is updating employee handbooks for new and current workers. When …
How to Prevent Workplace Gossip Through Training and Consulting
Employee gossip can make any human resource department worry about the state of their workplace environment. Gossipy employees tend to decrease company performance. Not to mention, having someone who is …
Safety Issues that Construction Companies Must Focus On
Businesses must keep up with safety and risk management practices, especially when relating to the construction industry. While the construction industry is still rebounding from the recession, temporary employees and …
Avoid OSHA Citations – 5 Tips
OSHA aims to protect workers, and businesses should invest in their employees’ safety. When OSHA visits, it can damage the businesses’ brand, subject it to fines, and make worker’s safety …
Cost-Savings for Small-Business | Outsource HR
Since the 1990s, outsourced human resources have grown in popularity, and small businesses in particular stand to gain opportunities to reduce costs. Suppose a company can outsource tedious but necessary …