We receive a number of questions from our clients as we consult them on a variety of HR issues.
In this video, Rob and Jason discuss the Department of Labor’s review of the overtime rule. They cover where it was, talks of adjusting it, pay limits and thresholds, a wait and see effective date, and how this is an important topic to keep an eye on.
Questions? We’re here to help, info@employco.com
Employment trends expert talks requiring employee vaccines & other COVID-19 considerations in the workplace
A new survey found that while many Americans say they support employers requiring vaccines, that number greatly decreases when it comes to their own employer requiring the jab.
“The recent poll results from the Kaiser Family Foundation show that while many Americans support the idea of requiring the COVID-19 vaccination, a far greater number have a strong opposition to their own employer requiring them to get vaxxed,” says Rob Wilson, President of Employco USA and employment trends expert.
Wilson says Americans report they will be more likely to get the vax if they are offered incentives like paid time off. However, the HR expert cautions that employers can’t go overboard when incentivizing the jab.
We receive a number of questions from our clients as we consult them on a variety of HR issues.
In this video, Rob and Jason recap our recent webinar on “Workplace Changes After COVID-19.” They cover employee vaccines, proof of vaccination, recruiting and onboarding, video interviews, the new workplace, in-person vs remote, employee mental health benefits, and more.
Questions? We’re here to help, info@employco.com
Did you miss Employco’s most recent webinar on “Workplace Changes After COVID-19” or would you like to review a portion? The full webinar recording can be viewed here, along with all of the questions and answers that followed: WEBINAR: Recording
You can view/download the slides we used during the presentation as a PDF here: WEBINAR: Presentation Slides
Please do not hesitate to reach out if there are any questions you still have or topics you were unclear on. We’re here to help!
On this month’s HR podcast Rob, Scott, and Jason with special guest Jim Fannin (America’s ZoneCoach®) discuss getting in the zone mindset as you return to the workplace, in-office or remote. They touch on what the zone is and how it applies to a team, self-discipline, accountability, reinventing your business, positive energy, peak performance, creating a blueprint, company culture, and more. Get in the zone!
Contact us with any questions you may have, we’re here to help: hr@employco.com
A human resource and employment solutions firm, Employco USA is pleased to announce the growing expansion of its staff. Employco’s newest team member:
Margaret “Peggy” Broede, Accounting Associate – Peggy will be handling the analysis of benefits, garnishments, and various categories of accounts.
“I am really excited to be part of the Employco team!” -Peggy Broede
For more information, please contact Rob Wilson at (630) 286-7345 or robwilson@employco.com.
The current federal minimum wage rate is $7.25 per hour. However, many states have adopted minimum wage rates higher than the federal rate. When the state rate and the federal rate are different, employers must pay their employees the higher rate.
Click the image below or this link for a PDF with the full list of states that have upcoming increases, including: California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada, New York, Oregon, and Washington DC.
On May 28, 2021, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) added new answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) to its existing guidance on how employers should comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) while also observing all applicable emergency workplace safety guidelines during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The agency also updated five of the FAQs from the existing guidance.
The new and updated FAQs clarify the types of programs employers may have to help ensure that their employees receive COVID-19 vaccinations. They also address the extent to which employers may require or provide incentives for employees or employees’ family members to receive vaccines. The new FAQs also provide expanded guidance on the types of information employers may request or require as part of their workplace vaccination policies and programs.
On May 18, 2021, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced it is reviewing the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations for fully vaccinated individuals.
OSHA has indicated it will update its Guidance on Mitigating and Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in the Workplace and their National Emphasis Program for COVID-19 accordingly once the review is complete. Until then, the agency is referring employers to the CDC’s guidance for information on appropriate measures to protect fully vaccinated workers.
National Safety Month 2021 – Join Employco and the National Safety Council (NSC) to recognize the 25th anniversary of National Safety Month, an annual observance to help keep each other safe from workplace accidents and injuries.
Employer’s Safety Initiatives and Reputation – The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic continues to validate the importance of an employer brand during a crisis. As employees return to the workplace, organizations must prioritize safety. If return-to-work plans go wrong and employee safety is not a top priority, not only will the health and safety of employees be at risk—but the organization’s reputation will be as well. A new HR Insights article was recently released to explore how safety impacts an employer’s brand, reputation and recruiting efforts—and how to transparently highlight safety measures taken to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace with current and prospective employees and the general public. Click the following link to read the article: Employee Safety Initiatives During the COVID-19 Pandemic