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Don’t believe the reports you may have heard that the federal government is no longer enforcing workplace discrimination laws – the reports aren’t accurate. In fact, a newly released memo from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) …
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“You can’t be serious,” said George, the supervisor. “Marco was dead drunk when he fell through that floor opening. Now you’re citing us for failing to properly guard the opening? That doesn’t make sense.” “It’s unfortunate that your crew member was …
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Overview; A woman seeking employment as a truck driver was asked why she wanted to take a job away from a man. The scenario: When Christine Ladd heard that Waste Industries U.S.A. was looking for workers, she submitted an online application for a …
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Now you have another reason to make sure your crew members abide by safety regulations. What’s going on: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) just announced an increase in penalties for safety violations. The change is mandated …
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“Louise didn’t get the promotion because she performed poorly on the oral exam,” said Supervisor Nathan Hawkins, “not because she’s a woman.” “Louise thinks the promotion process was rigged against her,” said HR Director Carolyn McGill. “She’s …
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A new study reinforces the importance of using work practices to protect your crew members from excessive noise levels. Researchers with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) analyzed audiograms taken over a 10-year time frame for 1.3 …
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