As employees with school-aged children grapple with child care responsibilities, this resource outlines workplace strategies, such as paid and unpaid time off, remote work and other flexible work options, that employers can use to accommodate these employees.
More employers are reevaluating their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) strategies and viewing them as a must-have initiative. This resource examines ways to ensure an organization is taking meaningful steps forward when it comes to DEI.
Agility in the face of sudden change has become critical for businesses. Organizations of all sizes should look to prepare their leaders to let go of traditional ways of thinking and embrace a more agile approach.
In preparation for a layoff, it is just as important to have a plan in place for communicating with those employees who will remain as it is for those who will be directly affected by job losses. Implementing a plan focused on helping remaining employees navigate the emotions and practical workplace implications of a layoff can help an employer position itself and its employees for long-term success.
Employers should put in place these measures to protect the health of employees and sustain essential operations during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Employee wellness programs are typically used to prevent illness by motivating employees to adopt and maintain healthful behaviors. An employer creating or managing an employee wellness program has many legal and internal considerations to take into account, such as what the program will include and how laws such as the ADA and ACA will affect the program.
The use of e-cigarettes is growing in popularity and is increasingly regulated. Based on compliance requirements and business decisions, an employer should create a policy addressing the use of e-cigarettes in the workplace.
Editor's Choice: HR and legal considerations for employers regarding employee health programs. Support on keeping employees healthy and productive while at work.
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