31 Aug Small business owners believe cyber attacks won’t happen to them
Cyber Security for Small Businesses High-profile cyber attacks on companies such as Target and Sears have raised awareness of the growing threat of cyber crime. Recent surveys conducted by the Small Business Authority, Symantec, Kaspersky Lab and the National Cybersecurity Alliance suggest that many small business...
26 Aug Temporary staffing agencies must consider their worker’s credentials and their client’s risks
Temporary staffing and employment agencies face unique risks and exposures due to the fluidity of their workforce, and their lack of supervisory control at the client facilities where temporary employees are placed. The fact that in most cases the agency assumes liability for the actions...
10 Aug Now’s a good time to discuss osha’s flammable and combustible liquids program
Considering recent events, making sure hazardous materials are stored following OSHA's safety standards may make the difference in avoiding a catastrophic event. Reference Standard Occupational Safety and Health Administration Hazardous Materials, Subpart H, including: 29 CFR 1910.106 Purpose This procedure establishes the minimum procedures for the storage and use...
23 Jul Tips for Preventing Sprains & Strains at Work
Sprains and strains are common injuries for employees across industry lines. Sprains result from stretches or tears to a ligament (tissue that connects multiple bones at a joint), while strains are caused by stretches or tears to a muscle or tendon (tissue that connects muscle...
27 Jan News Brief: First U.S. Case of Novel Coronavirus Confirmed
On Jan. 21, 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced the first confirmed U.S. case of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV). This particular coronavirus is associated with an outbreak of pneumonia in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China, and is responsible for hundreds of illnesses...
09 Jan Human Resources Tips: Recording in the Workplace
Is it against the law for employees to record private conversations with co-workers, supervisors or executives without their consent? The answer is: It depends. There are a variety of laws that come into play, which vary based on locality, when analyzing workplace recordings. With the...
03 Jan Risk Insights: Protecting the Health and Safety of Temporary Workers
The Importance of Temporary Worker Safety Temporary workers are often utilized for hazardous jobs. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has found that temporary workers are at a greater risk of workplace illness and injury than permanent employees. A number of factors contribute to this higher...
11 Nov Accessing Employee Emails Under the Stored Communications Act
Think back to a time when a former employee departed your company. Do you remember collecting their work phone and laptop? Did you happen to search their device–perhaps even their personal email? If so, you may have unwittingly violated the Stored Communications Act (SCA), a...
06 Nov Workplace Wellness Programs – ERISA, COBRA and HIPAA
HIGHLIGHTS Applicable Laws Wellness programs that provide medical care must comply with: ERISA COBRA HIPAA privacy and security rules Examples of Medical Care Biometric screenings Immunizations Physical examinations Counseling services Links and Resources Department of Labor (DOL) website on ERISA health plans and benefits An Employer’s Guide to Group Health...