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Flu-Free Workplace
Is your office prepared for flu season? If not your business should consider taking steps designed to limit the spread of germs, which in turn can ward off absenteeism and productivity issues tied to cold and flu season and the spread of illness in any workplace.
In a recent article from BusinessInsider.com, OperationsInc CEO, David Lewis, outlined four key steps to keeping your office a flu-free zone this winter. These include:
- Implementing a strong plan geared towards awareness and prevention.
- Creating easy opportunities for your employees to sanitize and limit germ spread.
- Considering offering your employees flu shots / reimbursement for the expense.
- Being aware of those who come to work sick, carefully managing who you may choose to send home in order to prevent further illness in the office.
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Redefining a Hostile Work Environment
 Over the years, the term "hostile environment" has taken on a completely new meaning in the workplace. A term that was once used to protect employees from intimidating, hostile or abusive behavior has now taken on a completely new meaning. These days, employees use the terminology to issue any sort of complaint from a coworker's disruptive music to unnecessary chatter in the hallways. Due to the nature of this term, employers are forced to investigate every single complaint that is issued because they are in constant fear of liability or a retaliation claim. In order to avoid a never-ending web of employee investigations, employers must clearly define and communicate to their employees what is classified as a hostile environment. If a complaint is issued, the employer should include the employee in the investigation, ensuring that they both share a common understanding of the nature of the complaint. Visitors in the Workplace |
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HR Audit
Q: What items are generally included in an HR Audit?
A: To start any good audit will focus on Compliance and then move to HR Best Practices. A mix of Federal and State laws dictate much of the compliance review, including insuring Labor Law Postings exist, are up to date and posted properly. A review of the employee files and their content tells a great deal about compliance and practices, as does a look at the Employee Handbook or what passes for a Policy and Procedure Manual. Lastly a good look at how the HR process works for new hires, terminations, performance management, payroll and administration is key.
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