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In order to reduce the chances that COVID-19 will spread among your crew members, you might already be using temperature checks to screen staffers before they start working. In that case, you should be using a touchless thermometer if you have …
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“You’re not going to believe this,” said HR Manager Alan Frankel. “Cassie went to the EEOC, which is now suing us for disability discrimination.” “You’re right,” said Supervisor Margie Brunton. “I don’t believe it.” “The whole thing started …
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Don’t hold your breath waiting for OSHA to roll out an infectious disease standard, despite considerable pressure from Democratic lawmakers for the agency to do so. In a written response to a letter from Rep. Bobby Scott (D-VA), Loren Sweatt, …
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If you suspect that a crew member could be suffering from coronavirus, your best bet is to immediately isolate the person and send him or her home until further notice. By taking this course of action, you’ll be in compliance with guidelines …
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You’re not alone if you’re not sure whether you have to record work-related exposures to COVID-19 on your OSHA injury logs – many other safety managers are asking the same question. Fortunately, OSHA recently released guidance on your obligations …
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Overview: After acquiring a well-known resort and spa, a new management team decided to stamp out the use of Spanish among its largely Hispanic workforce. One year later, the company was left with no Hispanic managers and a costly legal …