OSHA has revised the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), changing the way information about chemicals in the workplace is communicated to workers. The new standard is based on the international Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). Compliance with the new HCS is mandatory for all businesses that regularly handle, store, and use Read more
Today the California Department of Industrial Relations, (DIR) sent out an official news release warning California business owners of recent misleading notices sent to companies from “Labor Compliance Office”. According to the DIR, “Labor Compliance Office” demands payment (a processing fee) of $275.00 for labor-related postings. The DIR has made it very clear that the Read more
Minimum wage compliance is a top priority for employers. Compliance Poster Company works diligently to keep employers in compliance with state and federal labor and employment-related laws. Recently the North Dakota Department of Labor and Human Rights released an updated Minimum Wage & Work Conditions Summary Notice which contains important administrative changes. Employers must have Read more
New Jersey is the latest state to adopt an employee social media privacy law. Under the law, employers are prohibited from: requiring or requesting a current or prospective employee disclose their user name or password, or in any way provide the employer access to, a personal electronic account, requiring or requesting an employee or applicant Read more
Michigan’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) has updated two postings, Right to Know Law & Hazard Communication Standards aligning them with the recent OSHA change to a Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling (GHS). The revised MIOSHA Part 42, 92, & 430 Hazard Communication Standard will improve the quality and consistency of hazard Read more
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) recently launched a new mobile app which is free of charge to iPhone and Android users. The app uses 21st century technology to provide employers, employees and unions with helpful information about their rights and responsibilities under the National Labor Relations Act (Act). So what does the Act cover? Read more
Effective July 1, 2013, Hawaii Employment Practices Law was amended to require an employer allow an employee reasonable break time to express breast milk for one year after her child’s birth each time the employee has a need. Under the law, employers must also provide the employee with a location, other than a restroom, shielded Read more
Many employers perform background checks on prospective employees as part of the hiring process. Employers view criminal background and credit checks in particular as important screening tools for hiring qualified workers. Although there is no federal law prohibiting the use of criminal or credit history by an employer, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has Read more
Recently the US DOL announced a Final Rule that will improve job opportunities for protected veterans. The Final Rule makes changes to the regulations implementing the Vietnam Veterans’ Readjustment Act (VEVRAA). The Act prohibits federal contractors and subcontractors from discriminating against protected veterans in employment and requires contractors and subcontractors to take affirmative action to Read more
As you may already know – many provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Affordable Care Act) are intended to expand access to affordable health care coverage nationwide. These include provisions for coverage to be offered through a Health Insurance Marketplace, assistance for purchasing coverage through premium tax credits, employer notice requirements which Read more
