Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, which prohibits genetic information discrimination in employment, takes effect on November 21, 2009. Under Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), it is illegal to discriminate against employees or applicants because of genetic information. Title II of GINA prohibits the use of genetic Read more
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Improper lifting of heavy objects leads to thousands of preventable injuries in the workplace each year. Through proper training, you can prevent the expensive worker’s compensation claims that go along with these injuries, and help keep your employees healthy and productive.
Protecting employees that work outdoors and in cold warehouses is of the utmost importance to businesses. Cold stress related injuries can raise worker’s compensation rates and cause unnecessary claims. Watch this video to learn the signs and symptoms of cold stress.
There are a lot of questions about what information and which businesses are covered by the new Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA). Watch this video to find out what you need to do to comply.
Many businesses are confused about what to do when it comes to E-verify. This short video lets them know what it is, who needs to comply, and how to do so.
GINA…do you still remember the details involved with the important legislation? On May 21, 2008, former President Bush signed into law the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA). This legislation will protect Americans against discrimination based on their genetic information as it relates to health insurance and employment. The measure was debated in Congress for the Read more
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released a new guidance publication concerning combustible dusts. It assists chemical manufacturers and importers in recognizing the potential for combustible dust explosions, identifying protective measures, and ways to accurately communicate the information on material safety data sheets and labels. The Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) is designed to Read more
OSHA has an Outreach Training Program which has been around for over 36 years. Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, OSHA’s role is to promote safe and healthful working conditions for American employees by setting and enforcing standards, and providing training, outreach and education. As such, OSHA has a program that identifies Read more
