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Ensuring Safety in the Workplace

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We seem to be experiencing a flare up in minor workplace accidents. What are some steps we can take to raise safety awareness and reduce the number of incidents?

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Work Related Injuries from a Home Office

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I have “virtual” employees who don’t spend all their work time in the office. How do I know if an employee’s injury is work related if they work out of their home?

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Notice of Creditable Coverage

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Question: My husband just received a “Notice of Creditable Coverage” at home from his employer.  As a Human Resources professional, I’m not sure what this is and I am wondering if I am supposed to be distributing something to my employees? Answer: Yes!  The Medicare Modernization Act requires entities, employers with prescription drug coverage, to […]

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Low Cost Benefit Ideas

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Question: We are a small business trying to attract and retain staff in this competitive job market.  We can only offer so much in compensation. Are there any low-cost benefit ideas you can recommend? Answer:      With unemployment levels at a record low, attracting and retaining talent is extremely hard regardless of the size […]

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What are the Advantages of Financial Wellness Programs?

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Question: I’ve been hearing a lot about employers offering financial wellness programs as a benefit for employees in 2017.  What is a financial wellness program and what are the advantages of offering this benefit to my employees? Answer: Financial wellness programs are becoming increasingly popular as an employee benefit.  A 2016 Aon Hewitt report found that […]

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What is the Value of Job Descriptions?

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HR Question: Do I really need job descriptions for my employees? Are they legally required? We have a small staff and everyone has to be willing to do everything. What is the value of having job descriptions? HR Answer: No, job descriptions are not legally required documents, however, they can help your employees (and their […]

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What are the Essentials of a Good Employee Relations Plan?

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