Compliance
Reasons It’s Time for a Handbook Refresh – You Might Be Overdue!
By: Nicole Solecki We often find businesses get behind in updating their employee handbooks. There are many reasons to update your employee handbook. At HRBoost, we have found it is best you do on an annual basis. One of the key factors is staying in compliance with current state and federal laws. Several new laws…
Read MoreHarassment Training has a new look!
Some states are updating their harassment training requirements so make sure to check your state mandated laws and stay up to date. City of Chicago becomes effective July 1, 2022. See it here.
Read MoreMarijuana and the Workplace – How to Navigate a Workplace Policy in a Changing Environment
With marijuana legalization rapidly occurring across the country, having an effective and updated workplace policy is vital. In this blog, we’ll go through the in’s and out’s of current trends as well as a Step-by-Step guide to create an effective workplace policy and how to manage when you suspect an employee may be under the influence.
Read MoreHow to Make Going Back to Work Safe and Efficient
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…
Read MoreBack 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…
Read MoreSexual 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…
Read MoreThe Workplace Transparency Act (WTA) and What it Means For Your Business
Similar to new legislation passed in New York and California, the Illinois legislature has passed a bill to protect employees. Known as the Workplace Transparency Act (WTA), this Act was signed into law by Illinois Governor Pritzker. Employers are advised to be aware of how the bill affects their business. What is the WTA? The…
Read MoreNew Law to Prohibit Workplace Discrimination from Criminal Background Checks
In 2015, a new Illinois law affecting job applicants with a criminal history went into effect throughout the state. The Job Opportunities for Qualified Applicants Act restricts the timing of requests for criminal conviction details when assessing a job applicant during the hiring process. Federal laws also play a significant role when it comes…
Read MoreWorkplace 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…
Read MoreWeed 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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