Q: Do you anticipate any changes with OSHA and how it conducts inspections now that we have a new presidential administration? A: There was no doubt the new administration would bring sweeping changes to federal
It’s well known that a positive company culture attracts top talent and improves customer service, thereby retaining customers. COVID has only reinforced the importance of creating a community where employees can face challenges together. On
The time has come for OSHA’s 300A Log to be submitted. The federal document, formally known as the “Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses,” is due by March 2, 2021. The OSHA 300A Log (you
Benefits Q&A: Can Employers Require the COVID-19 Vaccine? Q: We had a leadership meeting today, and the hot topic of COVID was discussed. Boy, you want to get some STRONG opinions, just ask people whether they
As part of the COVID stimulus package passed by Congress at the end of 2020, employers are once again allowed to modify their cafeteria plans temporarily to offer more flexibility for employees. Similar changes were
Q: OSHA inspectors always have a keen eye for extension cords. How could something so ordinary cause such a problem? A: When it comes to extension or electrical cords, a worst-case scenario could be electrocution. Yet
After a soft market that lasted more than 10 years, the commercial insurance market is hardening up, with cost increases of more than 10% expected across almost every line of business in 2021. Our team
If you run a nonprofit, I know that your task has been made much harder by this year’s curtailing of in-person events and individual meetings. I’ve witnessed some amazing creativity as you and your leadership
All businesses, no matter the size or industry, have clients. Client relationships can make or break your business. This is especially true now as we have fewer natural face-to-face interactions. So, we must rely on
Benefits Q&A: FMLA For Inactive Employees Q: An employee of ours exhausted his FMLA leave in mid-November and is not expected to return to work until at least March 2021. We have approved him for