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Greetings!
Welcome to the May 2013 edition of our newsletter! If you have any questions about any of the information or would like additional assistance, please let us know.
Happy Mother's Day to all of the moms out there! We hope that you had a truly wonderful day!
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Summer Workplace Safety
Here comes summer! With the weather we have enjoyed over the last couple days, it is clear that summer is just around the corner! We of course are very happy to see that big ball of light shining down on us and want to be sure to share summer safety tips for all, especially those working outdoors.
In Washington state, there is actually a rule regarding Outdoor Heat Exposure, which covers those employees who work outdoors, when the outdoor temperature is 89 degrees or higher. For some industries where specific Personal Protective Equipment/clothing is required, the temperature is substantially less. This rule is in effect from May 1 through September 30th of every year.
In order to comply with this law, covered employers must:
1. Address their outdoor heat exposure safety program in their written accident prevention program (APP); and
2. Encourage employees to frequently consume water or other acceptable beverages to ensure hydration.
Employees are responsible for monitoring their own personal factors for heat-related illness including consumption of water or other acceptable beverages to ensure hydration.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recommends that you be on the lookout for these symtoms of heat illness:
- Sunburn: Redness and pain. In severe cases, swelling of skin, blisters, fever and headaches. First Aid: Ointments for mild cases if blisters appear and do not break. If breaking occurs, apply dry sterile dressing.
- Heat cramps: Painful spasms usually in the muscles of legs and abdomen with heavy sweating. First Aid: Firm pressure on cramping muscles or gentle massage to relieve spasm. Give sips of water. If nausea occurs, discontinue water.
- Heat exhaustion: Heavy sweating; weakness; cold, pale, clammy skin; thready pulse; fainting and vomiting but might have normal temperature. First Aid: Get victim out of sun. Once inside, the person should lay down and loosen his or her clothing. Apply cool, wet cloths. Fan or move victim to air conditioned room. Offer sips of water. If nausea occurs, discontinue water. If vomiting continues, seek immediate medical attention.
- Heat stroke (or sunstroke): High body temperature (106° F or higher), hot dry skin, rapid and strong pulse, possible unconsciousness. First Aid: Heat stroke is a severe medical emergency. Summon emergency medical assistance or get the victim to a hospital immediately. Delay can be fatal. While waiting for emergency assistance, move the victim to a cooler environment and reduce body temperature with cold bath or sponging. Use extreme caution. Remove clothing, use fans and air conditioners. If temperature rises again, repeat process. Do NOT give fluids. Persons on salt restrictive diets should consult a physician before increasing their salt intake.
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Legal Corner
New FMLA Forms
In February 2013, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released revised model Family and Medical Leave Act ("FMLA") forms to administer federal FMLA leave. A new notice poster was also released.
The updated forms should be used by employers immediately, although they include no substantive revisions despite recent rulemaking on the FMLA military caregiver leave provisions. You can download copies of the new forms here. |
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New Service
Drug Testing
Effective May 2013, HR Kinections is now offering pre-employment drug testing. We can also assist you with setting up a random drug testing program. The fee for a single pre-employment drug test is only $65, with no set up fees!
For more information on this service, contact us.
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Upcoming Events
Bothell Chamber Vintage Wine Walk in Downtown Bothell: June 8th: 5:30-8:30.
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Nordstrom Beat the Bridge to Beat Diabetes
Sunday May 19, 2013
We are supporting JDRF and Conor Vaché by participating in this awesome event and would like to extend the invitation to you as well!
Please Join Us!
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Members Only
In addition to live HR Support, members of our HR Advice and HR Advantage plans, starting at only $89/month, also have access to our HRK Online Portal. The Members Only section hosts a wide array of tips, forms and sample policies that you can download and customize for your organization.
MEMBER LOGIN
If you have trouble logging in or have not yet been granted access, please contact Mia at mia@hrkinections.com.
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FREE HR Check Up
Even if you are an employer of one, you are still subject to many employment laws and obligations. Yet trying to stay up to date with the legalities of having employees can be mind-boggling and time consuming. One possible solution to your HR woes is the HR Check Up. This is a complimentary service that assesses and provides feedback with recommendations regarding the human resource function in your organization.
Click here for more info.
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