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15 May

Posted at 19:58h in Risk Management White Papers, Safety by . .

In any organization, it’s everyone’s responsibility to help detect workplace hazards and prevent accidents. That’s why it’s crucial for your staff to be actively involved in workplace health and safety initiatives, such as a stop work authority (SWA) program. These programs encourage employees to keep an eye out for potential workplace safety hazards, thus helping […]

14 May

Posted at 16:10h in HR Q&A by . .

    Q: Is it illegal to ask job applicants about former arrests and convictions?   A: Caution is advised when inquiring about an applicant’s criminal history. Asking about arrests violates laws put in place by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) because arrests have a record of being biased against persons with protected statuses, […]

13 May

Posted at 18:13h in COVID-19, HR and Operations by . .

The coronavirus pandemic and its disease, COVID-19, have disrupted HR departments across the country. Essential tasks are now getting bogged down due to staffing shortages and shelter-in-place orders. This can make it even harder for the businesses still managing to operate during the pandemic, especially when it comes to hiring. Now might seem like the […]

12 May

Posted at 18:06h in COVID-19, Employee Benefits by . .

A dependent care assistance program (DCAP) allows employees to pay for qualifying dependent care expenses, such as day care expenses, on a tax- free basis, up to certain limits. With many schools and day care facilities closing due to the COVID-19 outbreak, employees may want to change the amount of their DCAP contributions.

Also, employees may be concerned about not being able to use all of their DCAP funds this year due to changing child care needs and availability.

11 May

Posted at 17:51h in COVID-19, Employee Benefits by . .

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has affected many different aspects of daily life—including managing chronic conditions.

The combination of state and local governments ordering patients to stay home, providers postponing appointments and procedures, and employees choosing to stay at home instead of going to a doctor’s office has resulted in a significant decrease in health care utilization. In fact, according to a Harvard University study, outpatient services declined nearly 60% in mid-March and have remained low through mid-April. While the decreased health care utilization has allowed providers and facilities to prioritize COVID-19 treatments, it has increased the likelihood that patients aren’t effectively managing their chronic conditions.

08 May

Posted at 15:26h in Cyber White Papers by . .

While computers have improved the speed and efficiency of how we work, they have also allowed thieves and con artists an easier avenue by which to steal from people and businesses. One of the ways these cyber-criminals use computers to steal is through online fraud, one of the fastest-growing crimes today. Types of Online Fraud […]

07 May

Posted at 20:54h in COVID-19, HR and Operations by . .

On May 7, 2020, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued additional answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about how employers should comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) during the coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic. The additional FAQs were added to guidance that the EEOC originally issued on March 18, 2020, and updated on […]

06 May

Posted at 15:04h in Cyber White Papers by . .

Cybersecurity threats and trends can change year over year as technology continues to advance at alarming speeds. As such, it’s critical for organizations to reassess their data protection practices at the start of each new year and make achievable cybersecurity resolutions to help protect themselves from costly breaches. The following are resolutions your company can […]