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I-9 Forms for Seasonal Employees

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Question: We have many employees who return to work for us each summer as seasonal employees.  Do I need to complete a new I9 for them each year or just use their old form? Answer: According to the US Citizenship and Immigration Service website, if the seasonal worker is continuing in his or her employment […]
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Who’s Using Your EAP

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Question: We just implemented an Employee Assistance Program. What do I need to know about EAP use in order to better share this new resource with employees? Answer: Although depression is a primary reason employees call their Employee Assistance Program (EAP), many other services are available. In addition to personal and family counseling, most programs […]
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Rating Employees On Safety

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Question: How do we rate employees on safety? Answer: Rating employees on safety starts by having an organization whose norms, beliefs, attitudes,and practices are concerned with minimizing exposure of employees to workplace hazards.Having an effective Safety Incentive Programs can definitely help and, although all are not alike,it is important to consider some of these basic […]
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OSHA 300-A Log

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Question: I know I am supposed to take my OSHA 300-A log down on April 30.  How long do I have to keep it after I take it down? Answer: You are correct!  The log can come down on April 30, but according to OSHA Standard – 29 CFR -1904.33(a), employers must save their OSHA […]
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House Bill 523: The New Law that Legalizes Medical Marijuana

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Question: As an Ohio company, I am confused about what changes, if any, I need to make as a result of the implementation of House Bill 523, the new law that legalizes medical marijuana on September 6, 2016.  Does this mean my drug free workplace policies are no longer valid? Answer: No, this does not […]
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What Are the Benefits of Total Compensation Statements?

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Question: What are total compensation statements and why should I consider them for my employees? Answer: Most of the time, an employee’s pay and benefits spread far beyond the base pay.  A total compensation statement can be anything from a simple, computer-generated spreadsheet to an elaborate, in-depth analysis with charts or graphs.  Providing total compensation […]
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Do you know if you need to pay an intern or not?

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Question: I read a notice that there are new requirements that must be met to consider someone an unpaid intern. What are the requirements and how do I make sure our company needs to pay an intern or not? Answer: This month, the Department of Labor (DOL) adopted a new test for determining if a […]
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