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Workplace Violence, Part 1: 10 Reasons You Should Formally Report Aggressive Workplace Behavior
March 2010
Donnell Roberts was terminated from his job at the Barona Resort and Casino in San Diego County. Two weeks later, he walked into the casino and killed his former manager with a shotgun before taking his own life. . . . more
Sample Policy: Workplace Violence Zero-Tolerance Policy Statement
March 2010
This organization is committed to providing a safe and respectful environment for everyone who works or visits here. To that end, we have zero tolerance for acts or threats of violence. We define "workplace violence" as actions or words that endanger or harm another employee or result in another employee having a reasonable belief that he or she is in danger. . . . more
News Note: OSHA Publishes H1N1 Fact Sheet
January 2010
The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration has issued a fact sheet to inform employers and workers about ways to reduce the risk of exposure . . . more
Negligence: Employer Liable for Accident Caused by Commuting Employee; Your Responsibility May Extend Further Than You Thought
December 2009
If an employee injures third parties while working, his or her employer can be held liable for those injuries. Normally, an employee's regular commute to and from work is not considered to be "working time," so employers aren't responsible for accidents that happen then. . . . more
News Note: Nation Saw Fewer Workplace Fatalities Last Year, Says BLS
October 2009
Workplace fatalities declined nationwide in 2008, according to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Across all occupations there was a 10 percent drop in work-related fatalities, while the commercial construction industry saw 20 percent fewer . . . more
News Note: H1N1 Vaccine May Be Available Soon
July 2009
Baxter International Inc. has announced that it has completed testing and evaluation of a vaccine for the H1N1 virus--also known as "swine flu"--and could have it ready to go as early as this month. According to the World Health Organization, the number of reported cases of H1N1 infection has topped . . . more
News Note: New OSHA Reporting Rules, Penalties, and Whistleblower Protections Proposed
June 2009
Two bills introduced into the U.S. House of Representatives in late April would create new OSHA reporting obligations for certain employers and stiffer penalties for violations. The first bill would require employers with 500 or more employees to report . . . more
Bulletin: From the safety files: How to prevent shoulder injuries
May 2009
Although injuries to the lower back are more common, shoulder injuries tend to be more serious, keeping workers off the job for an average of 30 days--the average for back injuries is only 12 days. . . . more
News Note: Time to Post Injury and Illness Log
January 2009
From February 1 through April 30, 2009, most public and private employers have to post the Cal/OSHA Form 300A annual summary . . . more
Health and Wellness: Checklist for Lowering Employee Stress in the Workplace
CEA Online Exclusive December 2008--2 of 2
Employee stress can take a heavy toll at work in terms of higher absenteeism, decreased productivity and morale, and more. Here's a checklist you can use to review your workplace policies, procedures, benefits and conditions and find ways to keep employee stress in check. . . . more
Safety: Governor Signs Law Prohibiting Text Messaging While Driving; Update Your Policies
December 2008
On July 1, 2008, Californians had to put down their cell phones while driving. Come Jan. 1, 2009, the law will expand, barring text messaging, emailing, and instant messaging while driving. The new, stricter provisions were signed into law last month, adding California to the short list of states, including Alaska, Louisiana, Minnesota, New Jersey, and Washington, that have banned texting while driving. Here's an overview of what employers need to know about the new requirements. . . . more
Workplace Stress: 11 Ways to Calm Employees' Nerves when the Economy Heads South
November 2008
Stressful working conditions are a common workplace reality, but now, the faltering economy has heightened anxiety levels for nearly all employees. Jittery employees worry about shrinking retirement funds, the company's bottom line, and the skyrocketing cost of nearly everything. Afraid of getting laid off, employees may feel more need to push themselves harder to prove their value; nervous supervisors are under pressure to do more with fewer resources. . . . more
Workers' Compensation: Why Employee Injured on Vacation Was Eligible for Benefits; 3 Tips to Avoid Liability for Off-Duty Sports-Related Injuries
August 2008
Under California workers' compensation law, an employee can collect benefits only for injuries sustained in the course of employment. So how did a Beverly Hills police officer qualify for workers' comp benefits . . . more
News Note: Benefits Denials Scrutinized When Plan Administrator Plays Dual Role
August 2008
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled on the level of scrutiny courts must apply when an employee challenges a denial of benefits and the plan administrator, whether the employer or an insurance company, played the . . . more
News Note: Comp Award Upheld for Employee Who Waited 7 Years to File Claim
August 2008
A California appeals court has rejected an argument that David Carls, a sign painter for the Claremont Colleges in Southern California, should be denied workers' compensation benefits for a back injury because he . . . more
Bulletin: CEA Online Exclusive: Updated EEO Policy
July 2008
In this month's issue, we provide comprehensive coverage of GINA, the new federal Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act that prohibits employers from refusing to hire an applicant and from discharging or . . . more
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