HR Workplace Services

JULY 18, 2022

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) assessment indicated that the ADA standard for conducting medical examinations was always met for employers (at that time) to conduct COVID-19 test screenings at the workplace. The post EEOC: Changes for Employers With Mandatory COVID Tests appeared first on HRWS.

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Cisive

JANUARY 25, 2021

Less than one-third of polled HR leaders said they believed it to be ethical to mandate a COVID-19 vaccine, and only 3% said they would require employees to show proof of vaccination to return to the workplace. The COVID-19 vaccine is deemed safe by the FDA and the CDC. Mandatory Versus Voluntary Vaccination Policies.

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Affinity HR Group

MARCH 12, 2020

The World Health Organization (WHO) has now classified COVID-19, also known as coronavirus, as a worldwide pandemic. With COVID-19 impacting people and businesses across the country and around the world, many companies are trying to figure out their options of how best to balance business needs with employee health.

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MP Wired For HR

JANUARY 11, 2024

2024: Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Human Resources January 11th, 202 4 Share on Facebook Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn 2023 was a watershed year for Human Resources. Legislative shifts, cultural transformations, and evolving employee expectations reshaped the very fabric of work.

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HR Workplace Services

MAY 28, 2021

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission recently answered questions regarding employer incentives for COVID-19 Voluntary Vaccinations under ADA and Gina. They are as follows (from EEOC.gov): ADA: Employer Incentives for Voluntary COVID-19 Vaccinations. GINA: Employer Incentives for Voluntary COVID-19 Vaccinations.

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HR Morning

MARCH 17, 2020

Coronavirus and compliance issues. And, while these are clearly extraordinary circumstances, many of the issues raised or exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic will reverberate long after things begin returning to normal, said Castagnera. COVID-19 workplace questions. For more compliance information.

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Cisive

AUGUST 3, 2020

While federal, state and local guidelines have varied widely during the pandemic, HR leaders have been mapping out plans for reopening that involve some tricky areas of compliance. Finally, confidentiality is crucial for compliance. First, wherever feasible, immediately isolate individuals suspected of having COVID-19.

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ClaimVantage

JANUARY 21, 2021

By Lynne Sousa, Leave Management Compliance Counsel . Over the last year, employers have faced complicated challenges around how to provide their products or services while also protecting their employees from potentially contracting COVID-19 in the workplace. ADA Restrictions to Consider if Requiring the COVID-19 Vaccine.

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Business Management Daily

JUNE 27, 2022

Compliance is a top concern for small business owners. After all, a data breach can have a lot of negative consequences from both a PR and compliance standpoint. There is a variety of sensitive data that business owners need to safeguard including proprietary business information, customer data, and employment records. What is HIPAA?

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Zenefits

APRIL 24, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic spurred a mass exodus of employees quitting their jobs, also known as the “Great Resignation.” The Employee Benefits News website says , “Retirement-aged employees were the first to go when COVID began.” The Employee Benefits News website says , “Retirement-aged employees were the first to go when COVID began.”

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Alight | ReedGroup

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

The Opinion Letter also serves as a reminder that “the requirements and protections of the FMLA are separate and distinct from those of the ADA,” and that “an employee may be entitled to the protections of both laws simultaneously.” Below is a brief summary of each publication. 2023-1 The Field Assistance Bulletin (FAB) No.

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Paycor

JUNE 10, 2020

What is the ADA? The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that provides protection to disabled workers. The ADA prohibits employers from discriminating against employees on the basis of a physical or mental disability. How does the Coronavirus pandemic impact ADA compliance? breathing).

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Business Management Daily

MAY 2, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic brought mandatory vaccinations and medical screenings to many companies, which has caused some controversy regarding the confidentiality of employee medical information. They are the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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Business Management Daily

MAY 2, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic brought mandatory vaccinations and medical screenings to many companies, which has caused some controversy regarding the confidentiality of employee medical information. They are the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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SHRM

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Workplace compliance is an area where employers must continually stay ahead of the curve. The COVID-19 pandemic has created a slew of new legal and compliance issues related to remote work, EEO/ADA obligations, the FLSA and paid time off, return-to-work safety concerns, and other matters.

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HR Morning

MARCH 24, 2020

Human Resources is at the front lines of employers’ response to the COVID-19 crisis. The crisis is forcing almost every business to immediately develop, adapt or improve remote work policies and procedures. Remote work will be a permanent feature for more organizations. How will you monitor and enforce attendance?

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Precheck

JUNE 27, 2022

With increased public opinion on marijuana legalization, the increased use of marijuana and other illicit substances; the challenges and effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and managing remote workforces, employers are being challenged with creating safe, healthy, and effective work environments amid an ongoing recruitment and retention crisis.

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Zenefits

AUGUST 17, 2020

One of those concerns is about COVID-19 transmission from employees who live in a household with someone who is considered “high risk” for the coronavirus illness. Accommodations under the ADA can take many forms. Something as simple as a chair for an employee with a back problem may be enough for ADA compliance.

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The Employer Handbook

JULY 27, 2020

A brief history of the ADA. Title I of the ADA makes it unlawful to discriminate in employment against “qualified individuals with disabilities,” or against other individuals because of a known association or relationship with a disabled individual. These are just a few of the ADA milestones over the past thirty years.

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Goodhire

JUNE 1, 2020

More than two months after COVID-19 stay-at-home orders began rolling out, most states are opening back up with varying timelines and restrictions. Due to the amount of time and the severity of the health crisis, it is a best practice to screen new and returning employees through background checks, drug screens, and COVID-19 screens.

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Ongig

AUGUST 3, 2021

If these are essential requirements, say that in your JD, so you are compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Since COVID-19, many interviews have gone virtual. Host ADA training for employees. ADA training for employees helps your company be inclusive of the disability community (and avoid being sued).

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Cisive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

In the past year, COVID-19, increased regulations, and managing a remote workforce have all significantly contributed to the changing nature of human resources and intensified the pressure on the HR function. Compliance Audit. Any legal statute could be rationale to prompt an audit to ensure compliance.

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The Employer Handbook

MARCH 30, 2023

As more businesses transition from allowing remote work to mandating a return to the office, apart from the general employee backlash , one of the biggest HR compliance issues companies face is how to address the spike in medical-related requests to continue to work from home. And the EEOC is now backing up these words with action.

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Cisive

JUNE 27, 2022

With increased public opinion on marijuana legalization, the increased use of marijuana and other illicit substances; the challenges and effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and managing remote workforces, employers are being challenged with creating safe, healthy, and effective work environments amid an ongoing recruitment and retention crisis.

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Precheck

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

In the past year, COVID-19, increased regulations, and managing a remote workforce have all significantly contributed to the changing nature of human resources and intensified the pressure on the HR function. HR Audits Are Key to HR’s Organizational Alignment and Success Sep. Why HR Audits Are Important to a Company’s Success.

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ComplianceHR

JUNE 28, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible impact on the workplace, causing employers to deal with a wave of medical leaves and a shift to virtual workplace. As a result, employers face a host of compliance issues in navigating leave and accommodation issues. Is physical presence at work critical anymore? DOWNLOAD THE SLIDES.

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ComplianceHR

JUNE 22, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible impact on the workplace, causing employers to deal with a wave of medical leaves and a shift to virtual workplace. As a result, employers face a host of compliance issues in navigating leave and accommodation issues. Is physical presence at work critical anymore? DOWNLOAD THE SLIDES.

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Zenefits

JUNE 7, 2022

“Just as the ADA requires businesses to make indoor restaurants or retail shops accessible to people with disabilities , it requires businesses to make outdoor spaces for dining and retail accessible as well,” the federal agency said in their Common Questions about COVID-19 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. .

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Sterling Check

JUNE 18, 2020

As COVID-19 shelter-in-place orders are starting to lift across the country, states have begun the difficult process to reopen the workplace. For the latest information on compliance-related matters, visit Sterling’s Compliance Updates page. With guidance changing day to day, rules may vary by state, city, and industry.

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Insperity

MARCH 17, 2020

News about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19 or “the coronavirus”) pandemic understandably can be unsettling, but infectious disease outbreaks need not induce panic. With those needs in mind, here’s what you need to know to plan, prepare and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. How to help protect employees and customers.

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HR Morning

MAY 15, 2020

Now that some states are beginning to bring employees back to work after the coronavirus lockdown, employers need to be on top of their game with employee safety concerns and compliance with new regs. Employers need to review their existing policies, ensuring compliance with all newly enacted sick leave laws. Stay informed.

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HR Counselor's Corner

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Those rules are best explained by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in its guidance on the topic: What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and Other EEO Law. By Renee Mielnicki, Esquire and Ben Orsatti, Esquire. Since the U.S. Time Off Will Be Unpaid.

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UKG

JUNE 26, 2023

The Importance of HR Compliance and Storytelling heather.vanhou… Mon, 06/26/2023 - 15:36 Main Image Background Color Yellow Body Compliance is not only crucial but also absolutely fascinating. The importance of HR compliance is evolving at an exponential rate, particularly as it pertains to culture.

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The Employer Handbook

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Approximately 6 hours and 37 minutes after my blog post yesterday about “ Preparing for Exceptions To Your Business’s COVID-19 Vaccine Program ” went live, I received an email from the U.S. They implicate the ADA and possibly GINA too. Image by OpenClipart-Vectors from Pixabay. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

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ComplianceHR

MARCH 16, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible impact on the workplace, causing employers to deal with a wave of medical leaves and a shift to virtual workplace. As a result, employers face a host of compliance issues in navigating vaccine, leave and accommodation issues. Is physical presence at work critical anymore?

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Cisive

MAY 18, 2020

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released and continues to update guidance for employers in response to COVID-19. .” The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released and continues to update guidance for employers in response to COVID-19. ” Federal Guidance. ” Federal Guidance.

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Abel HR

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

As we touched on in a previous blog posting, a Covid-19 infection is not considered a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as it currently stands. This can happen to anyone who has had COVID-19, even if the initial illness was mild.” But first, let’s strip it back to basics.

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