How to Make Going Back to Work Safe and Efficient

Workplace with COVID-19 Restrictions

As companies are slowly moving back into the office, there are certainly some steps that can be taken to make this process as safe and efficient as possible. These practices are designed to ease concerns, especially for office workers, to reduce the risk of infection and keep everyone safe. Here are some ways to make…

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Back to Work: Business Not as Usual, Employees Not as Usual

By: Debi Lusk, HR Business Partner Here we are, those of us in the business and HR world, either 1.) getting our employees back to work; or, as an essential business, 2.) keeping the employee working. We are here to share a thought which is relevant to both and that is the “people” relationship. It…

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Sexual Harassment Compliance in 2020: Now is the Time for Online Training

By: Katie Cummins, HR Consultant  As Illinois employers already know, new obligations related to workplace discrimination and sexual harassment reporting and training requirements went into effect for 2020 with the passing of The Workplace Transparency Act (WTA).  The need for sexual harassment training is not only a best practice, but now a requirement for all…

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Workplace Discrimination & Harassment in 2020: Are You Prepared for the Workplace Transparency Act?

By: Katie Cummins, HR Consultant The Countdown to January 1 means more than just a new year! It means NEW compliance OBLIGATIONS. Illinois employers will soon face new restrictions and requirements related to workplace discrimination and harassment in 2020.   The Workplace Transparency Act (WTA), intended to increase employee protections by fighting discrimination and harassment in…

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Weed while working? Say What?

by Nicole Sandage, Manager for HR Virtual Services Some people are relaxed now that legislation has changed in favor of marijuana. However, we have been listening and many employers remain rather concerned. Don’t worry, we have you covered! You do have rights as an employer too. As we draw closer to 2020, there is a…

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