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11 Dec The FMCSA Extends and Expands Coronavirus Trucking Exemptions Through Feb. 28

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On Dec. 1, 2020, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) expanded and extended yet again the emergency declaration that provides truck drivers an exemption from Parts 390 to 399 of the federal motor carrier regulations (including hours of service, vehicle inspection and driver qualification rules).

COVID-19 trucking exemptions were originally issued on March 13, 2020, but have been repeatedly expanded to remain in force throughout the current pandemic. This latest extension is set to expire on Feb. 28, 2021 or until the national state of emergency ends, whichever comes sooner.

11 Dec CAL/OSHA Adopts Temporary COVID-19 Emergency Standard

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The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) has adopted a temporary emergency standard for COVID-19.

The standard protects California workers who are not covered by the state’s aerosol transmissible disease standards (Section 5199) from exposure to COVID-19. The standard went into effect Nov. 30, 2020, and is set to expire on Oct. 2, 2021.

11 Dec How to Forge Stronger Virtual Connections Among Your Employees

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When the COVID-19 pandemic began, remote work was a fringe benefit at many organizations.

Now, nearly 40% of employees have transitioned to remote working arrangements, according to a survey from Boston Consulting Group. This signals the new workplace reality: Remote work is here to stay.

04 Dec Holiday Celebrations in Your Workplace in the World of COVID-19

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At the end of the calendar year, workplace holiday celebrations are an experience that many employees look forward to as a highlight of the season.

These celebrations are often a long-standing tradition allowing employees to celebrate with their colleagues—and sometimes family and guests.

04 Dec How to Drive Human Resource Efficiencies with Technology

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Improving workplace efficiency is about helping employees work smarter, not harder. Fortunately, in today's world, technology can help improve efficiency and productivity in the workplace —especially for HR professionals.

No matter the size of the company, its needs can feel overwhelming for HR leaders, especially when they are faced with normal factors like team vacations and evolving role duties—or new responsibilities due to COVID-19.

04 Dec Is It Time To Replace Your Cloth Face Mask?

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Wearing a cloth face mask or covering when you’re out in public is essential for preventing the spread of COVID-19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

While many Americans are following CDC, state and local guidance for wearing cloth face masks when they’re out in public, some may be wondering whether the masks they wear are still as effective. In addition, many may be forgetting to wash their mask after each use.