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Is Hiring Teens a Good Alternative to a Tight Labor Market?

Stratus

While there may be a learning curve for your more seasoned workers to catch on to technology advancements, teens are digital natives. First-time jobs may mean an intense learning curve for young workers who aren’t used to standing for long periods of time or leaving their cell phones unchecked. Could teens be the solution? Lower wages.

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7 Strategies Addressing How to Prevent Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

EverFi - HR

On any given day, you can do a Google search for “sexual harassment,” click on the “News” link, and find dozens of headlines about recent sexual harassment allegations. The stories cross geographies and industries and they show how little has been invested in preventing sexual harassment in the workplace.

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Handling Sexual Harassment Allegations with Remote Teams

Zenefits

They only acclimated themselves to the online environment. They began sending sexually explicit emails and comments and taking screenshots without consent. Since this behavior is occurring in a working environment, it is still considered workplace sexual harassment. Prevention of harassment.

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What’s Love Got To Do with HR? Tips for Regulating Office Romances

Netchex HR Blog

Sexual harassment The #MeToo movement made it clear that far too many women still deal with unwanted attention. Unclear and inconsistent policies make it harder to respond to harassment. Unfortunately, you can’t afford to ignore the problem, either. A workplace romance can, in no way, lead to special treatment.

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Most HR leaders surveyed believe employees are breaking the rules

HR Brew

Most HR leaders believe their employees are breaking the rules, according to a new survey from learning and development company CYPHER Learning. Graham Glass, CEO of CYPHER Learning, suspects these costs are due to fines the companies incur. Noncompliance can cost big bucks. million, on average.

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4 Ways to Create Effective Sexual Harassment Training

HR Morning

In a study by the Association for Talent Development (ATD), 71 percent of HR professionals said their company conducts sexual harassment prevention training. adults believe changes need to be made to eliminate sexual harassment and assault in the workplace, with 44 percent saying better sexual harassment training is the key.

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New California Law Requires Sexual Harassment Training for all Employees

HR Daily Advisor

Effective January 1, 2019, employers in California with 5 or more employees (or independent contractors) must provide sexual harassment training to all employees (SB 1343). The deadline for compliance with initial training is January 1, 2020. Employers must then provide the training every 2 years. 1684(8)(A) ).