Ask WorkSource: ADAAA

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Long story short, the ADAAA’s purpose is to make it easier for individuals to establish that they have a disability by expanding the definition of the term, “disability.” Therefore, discrimination claims will invariably be on the rise and employers are going to have to be much more cautious in how they deal with every candidate… Read more »

Ask WorkSource: Overtime and Risk

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Does working overtime positively correlate with an increase of accidents/injuries in the workplace? According to RCS (Risk Control Services), studies indicate that employees working overtime were 61% more likely to suffer a work-related injury or illness than employees who did not work overtime. Longer work days and work weeks were found to correlate with higher… Read more »

Ask WorkSource: Employee Onboarding

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Employee onboarding is a critical process for new hires. If done well it ensures new employees understand their roles and responsibilities, integrates them into the company culture, helps them feel welcomed and appreciated, and increases the likelihood they feel prepared to step into their new positions. Through a thorough onboarding program, employees are given the… Read more »

Ask WorkSource: Employee Motivation

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Employee motivation is key to achieving company goals, mission, integration of core values, productivity and the overall health of an organization. Twyla Dell writes of motivating employees: “The heart of motivation is to give people what they really want most from work. The more you are able to provide what they want, the more you… Read more »

Ask WorkSource: Human Capital

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Why is building human capital so important? The effects of employee turnover can be significant. That’s why it’s important for companies to keep their human capital, which is more than simply “employees.” Human capital is the pool of skills, talents, experiences and knowledge employees bring to the table. Human capital equates to productivity, revenues and… Read more »

Ask WorkSource: OSHA 300A Summary Logs

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Are you aware it’s time to post your OSHA 300A Summary log? Each employer maintaining the OSHA 300 log for workplace injuries and illnesses pursuant to OSHA’s recordkeeping standard must post their 2010 annual summary by February 1, 2011. The posting period is from February 1, 2011 to April 30th. Employers must utilize the annual… Read more »

Ask WorkSource: Employee Turnover

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What are the top reasons for most employee turnover? Employee turnover is a fact of life for all companies. Whether you’re operating a fast food restaurant or an executive corporation, employees come and go as time passes. Employee turnover occurs when employees voluntarily leave their jobs and must be replaced. The severity of turnover varies… Read more »

Ask WorkSource: Job Descriptions

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Why are Job Descriptions important? It is in the best interest of companies to have complete job descriptions for all positions. Here are some reasons why: 1. Serves as a reference guide for determining comparable industry salaries 2. Helps maximize dollars spent on employee compensation for the position by ensuring experience, and skills needed for… Read more »

Ask WorkSource: Community Service

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What is your company doing this holiday season to volunteer their time? What is your company doing this holiday season to involve your employees in community service? What projects support your company mission and vision statements, as well as your over-all strategic organizational goals? How does service affect employee performance and perceptions of what they… Read more »

Ask WorkSource: Time off for Religious Observances

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Are companies required to give time off for Religious Observances? It’s important to know what accommodations you’re legally required to make when employees request time off work for religious purposes/observations.  This is a very sensitive issue which can bring much controversy.  Yet if you are prepared and know your company’s policies/procedures you will be much less… Read more »