HRWatchdog

JANUARY 7, 2021

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues into 2021, the importance of paid time off (PTO) for employees remains — despite some mixed feelings about actually using that PTO. workers and human resources benefit decision-makers in early March 2020 just before the COVID-19 outbreak in the U.S., and again in mid-June.

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HRWatchdog

JULY 24, 2023

In California, there’s no “slow season” when it comes to employment laws and human resources. CalChamber members can download 2023 Midyear Employment Law Update white paper from the HR Library ; nonmembers can download it here. Why is that? At CalChamber, we’re all about helping California businesses do business.

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HRWatchdog

AUGUST 3, 2022

In doing so, California joins the World Health Organization , New York , Illinois and other localities in recognizing the seriousness of the outbreak and the need for a coordinated response to the virus, including increased vaccination capacity and resources for outreach and education. Not a member? See what CalChamber can do for you.

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HRWatchdog

DECEMBER 19, 2022

The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) Standards Board voted 6-1 Thursday to continue California’s COVID-19 regulation until December 2024. What Else to Expect in 2023 for California’s COVID Regulation? What Stays the Same for Workplaces?

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HRWatchdog

JANUARY 26, 2023

The California Employment Development Department (EDD) has updated its Work Sharing Program website, offering additional resources for employers interested in applying for the program as a temporary alternative to layoffs. Katie Culliton, Editor, CalChamber CalChamber members can read more about the Work Sharing Program in the HR Library.

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HRWatchdog

DECEMBER 1, 2022

After COVID-19 dominated our lives for the last few years, other highly contagious respiratory illnesses — like colds, flus and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) — are hitting California hard. Already, the CDC estimates that between October 1 and November 19, there’ve been between 6.2 million and 14 million flu cases.

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Best Money Moves

MAY 4, 2021

3 reasons financial wellness is important to employees in a post-COVID workforce. After COVID-19 highlighted the financial vulnerabilities of millions of employees, financial wellness is expected to be a big component of Post-COVID HR Strategies. Your employees need help rebuilding their savings post-COVID. .

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HRWatchdog

JULY 6, 2021

The EEOC didn’t collect this data in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Then, on April 26, 2021, it opened up collection for both 2019 and 2020 data through the EEO-1 Component 1 website and set a filing deadline of July 19, 2021. Ward, Employment Law Subject Matter Expert/Legal Writer and Editor. Not a member?

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HRWatchdog

JULY 29, 2020

The California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) has updated their COVID-19 guidance. Employers — be sure to add this update to your library of COVID-19 compliance documents! On July 24, 2020, the DFEH updated their DFEH Employment Information On COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions.

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Fond

MAY 28, 2020

This leaves many HR leaders wondering: what does the future of human resources look like after COVID-19? Before COVID-19, fewer than 50% of companies had any kind of established remote work program, let alone an effective one. 5 Ways the Future of Human Resources Will Change After COVID-19.

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HRWatchdog

AUGUST 20, 2021

Now, the EEOC cites the continuing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on business operations for the latest extension, noting that the October deadline is now the final deadline — no additional changes to the filing deadline will be made. CalChamber members can read more about EEO Reporting Requirements in the HR Library.

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HRWatchdog

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

In a sign suggesting that California may be finally moving past the pandemic, Governor Gavin Newsom announced the release of the California SMARTER plan: The Next Phase of California’s COVID-19 Response at a press conference yesterday. Testing will help California minimize the spread of COVID-19. Not a member?

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HRWatchdog

APRIL 24, 2020

Last night, the California Labor Commissioner released the CA COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave for Food Sector Workers poster. Several localities have recently passed COVID-19-related emergency paid sick leave (including Los Angeles City and San Jose ). Access additional COVID-19-related HRWatchdog blogs.

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HRWatchdog

APRIL 29, 2022

Many of the revisions updated or removed definitions, as well as provided for more flexibility within the ETS to address changing circumstances around COVID-19’s spread. Returned case ” is a new definition that describes an employee who contracted COVID-19 but recovered. Face Coverings. N95 respirators).

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Bob

DECEMBER 15, 2022

The best HR books can be invaluable resources in this ever-changing and fast-moving industry. They can help the modern HR professional discover new actionable insights, deepen their specialist knowledge, and develop their skill sets. Books on HR leadership. HR leaders are strong decision-makers.

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Genesis HR Solutions

APRIL 21, 2020

Almost overnight, millions of people who make up the American workforce were forced to adapt to a new reality in light of the COVID-19 pandemic: working from home (WFH). If you need more COVID-19 resources, check out our free COVID-19 resource library. Click To Tweet.

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HRWatchdog

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

In 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic — and since it was a new requirement that year — the DFEH extended the reporting deadline and granted limited deferrals. CalChamber members can read more about EEO Reporting Requirements in the HR Library. Ward, Employment Law Subject Matter Expert/Legal Writer and Editor.

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HRWatchdog

MARCH 1, 2021

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, when the unemployment rates were at record lows, “ghosting” — when job applicants suddenly stop responding to recruiters or hiring managers, even accepting job offers and not showing up on the first day of work — was an increasingly prevalent phenomenon for employers. Katie Culliton, Editor, CalChamber.

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Best Money Moves

JUNE 8, 2021

4 benefits to help boost post-COVID employee retention. An employee mass-exodus could be coming to the post-COVID workforce. The mass employee exodus is due in no small part to a changing work landscape and increased employee burnout as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Physical and mental health wellness resources.

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HRWatchdog

MAY 19, 2021

As the school year will soon come to a close, teens will embark on another summer affected by COVID-19 — and many may be looking for work. CalChamber members can read more about employment restrictions for minors and minimum workplace safety requirements in the HR Library, or take advantage of our Employing Minors Checklist.

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HRWatchdog

JANUARY 29, 2021

Several new laws have taken effect as of January 1, 2021 , (and some in late 2020), many of which were related to COVID-19; and the California Family Rights Act (CFRA) expansion was also a major development. CalChamber members can read more about “Mandated Reporters” in Child Labor Law Coverage in the HR Library.

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HRWatchdog

MAY 13, 2020

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has announced that due to the COVID-19 emergency, it will delay opening the 2019 EEO-1 Component 1 data collection to when filers are likely to have resumed more normal operations. CalChamber members can read more about EEO Reporting Requirements in the HR Library.

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Limeade

MARCH 13, 2020

Limeade offers a science-backed library of hundreds of whole-person well-being activities and a global Well-Being Assessment created by Limeade Institute organizational psychologists. COVID-19: CDC, WHO resources/links Programs: EAP, meditation, sleep resources, ergonomics Policies: Internal crisis policies, WFH, safety Coaching.

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Limeade

MARCH 13, 2020

Limeade offers a science-backed library of hundreds of whole-person well-being activities and a global Well-Being Assessment created by Limeade Institute organizational psychologists. COVID-19: CDC, WHO resources/links Programs: EAP, meditation, sleep resources, ergonomics Policies: Internal crisis policies, WFH, safety Coaching.

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HRWatchdog

MARCH 13, 2020

In response to the coronavirus (also known as COVID-19) situation, many school districts are electing to shut down campuses for several weeks to attempt to mitigate the spread of the virus. CalChamber members can read more School and Child Care Activities Leave in the HR Library. School Activities/Emergency Leave.

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Limeade

MAY 27, 2020

There’s no doubt that COVID-19 completely altered our world and our lives — and will forever change how we work and view the workplace. Whole Ecosystem: Ensuring organizations can deliver the right resource to the right person at the right time as employees get acclimated back into a new work environment or transition.

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HRWatchdog

JUNE 28, 2022

Originally slated to take effect July 1, 2021, the Responsible Beverage Service Training Program Act was extended due to the COVID-19 pandemic (AB 82) and will now take effect on July 1, 2022. The RBS Portal provides additional information and training resources, including FAQs and an Approved Training Provider List.

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Best Money Moves

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Financial wellness programs have emerged as a key employee benefit in the last few years and COVID-19 has only strengthened demand for resources that can help employees deal with their finances. 26 percent want resources on developing financial skills and good financial habits.

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Netchex HR Blog

JULY 1, 2020

Follow Netchex for more updates on federal legislation and relief programs designed to help your business remain operational and recover from COVID-19. Visit our resource library and learn more about COVID-specific business and HR solutions. Talk to us to find out how to put Netchex to work for your company.

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HRWatchdog

JULY 17, 2020

As the nation continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, including an 11.1 CalChamber members can read more about Unemployment Insurance in the HR Library. percent unemployment rate in June , a new threat has emerged — unemployment insurance scams. Not a member? See how HRCalifornia can help you.

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Best Money Moves

JUNE 15, 2021

After the financial upheaval of the Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic, financial wellness has come to the forefront of many HR plans. COVID-19 left most Americans in a worse financial state than it found them. The comprehensive and user-friendly platform provides a plethora of financial resources and educational tools.

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HRWatchdog

APRIL 16, 2020

The EEOC is one of the more recent government agencies to release COVID-19-related guidance. As COVID-19 changes the employment law landscape, government agencies continue to provide guidance on many commonplace compliance issues that are now causing confusion for employers. The latest update came last week when the U.S.

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Semos Cloud

MARCH 24, 2021

See which employee engagement software platforms you can include in your HR Tech stack to encourage employee engagement. Employee engagement software platforms are becoming the essential parts of companies’ HR Tech stacks. According to 75% of HR Professionals , there is a shortage of skills in candidates for job openings.

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HRWatchdog

APRIL 20, 2020

Employers are becoming familiar with the new Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which provides new COVID-19-related federal emergency paid sick leave and emergency family and medical leave. Copies of any completed Forms 7200, Advance of Employer Credits Due To COVID-19 , that the employer submitted to the IRS.

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HRWatchdog

JULY 12, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns have given many thousands of employers — and millions of their employees — a crash course in Zoom, Microsoft Teams and numerous other digital tools that help make remote work more effective. three days remote and two days in the office) — is here to stay. Not a member? See how CalChamber can help you.

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Netchex HR Blog

APRIL 7, 2020

Coronavirus and Beyond: Communicating with Remote Employees During COVID-19. As COVID-19 spreads increasingly across the globe and throughout the United States, employees are wanting more information. Employers and HR need to be agile and responsive. April 7, 2020. They’re living with uncertainty.

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HRWatchdog

OCTOBER 2, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the ability to retain valued staff is a primary concern among senior management, according to a new Robert Half survey conducted online from July 10 to August 9, 2020. CalChamber members can read about Eight Steps for Examining Your Wage Practices in a white paper in the HR Library.

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