HR Management

Walsh to lead Biden pro-worker agenda

04/01/2021

For the first time in 40 years, the U.S. Department of Labor is now headed by a union leader. Marty Walsh will take the lead on advocating for workers on an array of issues.

The HR I.Q. Test: April ’21

04/01/2021

Here’s your monthly quiz on HR news and trends.

Snapshot: Employee stress is on the rise

03/30/2021

A recent survey found that, in the preceding two weeks, 84% of adults reported feeling at least one of these emotions associated with prolonged stress.

Step right up and get your shot

03/25/2021

The Centers for Disease Control, while not directly encouraging employers to set up vaccination clinics, has some advice for those wanting to. With the increased availability of vaccines in the coming weeks, this may be an attractive option for your company.

Should you offer COVID shots at work?

03/18/2021

In new guidelines issued on March 16, the CDC said employers should consider setting up an on-site vaccination program if they have a large number of workers with predictable schedules and enough space for a pop-up clinic (while still allowing for social distancing).

OSHA plans targeted covid-19 inspections

03/18/2021

Anew OSHA national emphasis program seeks to reduce the threat of coronavirus exposure at work by targeting enforcement inspections at employers that put the largest number of workers at serious risk of becoming infected.

OSHA announces national program to combat coronavirus at work

03/16/2021

OSHA says the national emphasis program will target enforcement efforts on employers that put the largest number of workers at serious risk of contracting the coronavirus. The program also prioritizes employers that retaliate against workers for complaining about unsafe or unhealthy conditions.

States shift mask enforcement to employers

03/16/2021

Employers are free to enforce their own mask rules. However, without government backing, conflicts are sure to emerge. Public-facing employees have expressed fears they must now enforce masking rules alone.

Horror tales have value

03/12/2021

Every group has its horror stories—those tales of the bad customer, the bad boss or just the bad day that people still shake their heads at long after the original situation is over. Dig into them for details, and you can add to your group’s shared knowledge and culture.

Covid liability waivers may have little value

03/04/2021

Some companies have been so worried about potential liability for coronavirus infections that they have begun requiring customers to sign liability waivers for any illness allegedly acquired at their establishments. And employers are going even further, persuading employees to sign away the right to bring any potential covid-related claims. It’s uncertain whether this tactic will work.