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
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
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
Q: How can lack of sleep affect work safety? A: Anyone who has had little to no sleep in a single night knows how exhausted they are the following day. Those who do not get
Q: With the temperature dropping, I am concerned about the cold conditions and winter weather our team is working in. How do we protect workers from harsh elements? A: Cold temperatures and snow have officially
Q: I’m confused about the status of ACA reporting requirements for this year. I’ve read that the individual mandate (requiring most employees to maintain health insurance or pay a tax penalty) no longer applies. However,
Q: Can employees elect to pay their medical premiums on an after-tax basis? We have always required employees who enroll in health and dental coverages to pay their portion of premiums on a pre-tax basis.
Q: I’ve heard a lot about opioid addiction and abuse in the news. Is this really something I should be concerned about with my own employees? How does it impact me as an employer? A:
Q: We have AEDs at our workplace but are not sure where to place them or even how to properly use them. What should we do? A: Automatic external defibrillators, better known as AEDs, are
Q: Do employees qualify for paid leave under FFCRA when their kids are taking classes remotely? A number of our employees have asked whether they qualify for paid leave under the FFCRA because their kids