Many contractors and agricultural employers mistakenly believe that they are not required to comply with OSHA’s Permit-required Confined Spaces Standard (29 CFR 1910.146), which, as the standard states, applies to “general industry.” This mistaken notion arises from the wording contained…
When employee files a federal Family and Medical Leave Act request to either deal with a health issue or care for a loved one, their employer is often put in a tight spot, particularly if the person serves a vital…
A federal district court in Texas ruled in August that the Federal Trade Commission’s new rule banning non-compete agreements between employers and employees nationwide is unlawful, putting an indefinite stay on its implementation. Lawsuits were filed almost before the web…
When it’s the rainy time of year, companies with driving employees and/or fleets need to double down on road safety. That means holding a training session on driving in the rain. While it may seem redundant, it’s an important exercise…
As storms and hurricanes cause greater flood damage with each passing year, businesses that are not properly insured could be left paying for damage to their properties out of pocket. Despite flooding events increasing, it’s noteworthy that many companies located…
A common problem in the transportation industry is fleet managers failing to report accidents that their drivers are involved in, or the drivers themselves failing to report them in the first place. The risk is that if you ignore this…
As employers have found in the last few years, hiring has become more difficult as the labor market has tightened amid a strong economy. With slim pickings, many firms are having to settle for workers they may not normally hire…
One of the keys to managing risks when you first start a business is getting the right insurance to cover your operations, property and potential liabilities. Unfortunately, many business owners fail to update their policies and just renew them year…
Proper maintenance is a key practice in keeping a vehicle safe. However, staying current with news about safety recalls is equally important, particularly if you have a large fleet to manage. When a recall is issued, the suggested repair or…
In this era of connectedness, increased telecommuting, smartphones that keep staff connected to the office and cyber criminals constantly waging attacks on businesses, you need to do all you can to protect your firm’s, employees’ and customers’ data. It’s a…