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Improving the Payroll Process

The idea of payroll seems straightforward. A company sells a product or service. The revenue from those sales is distributed between operational costs and payroll. Employees who log hours during the payroll period get paid for their work. Small and...

Minimizing Risk: Updating Your Policies and Procedures

Companies deal with their policies and procedures in one of two ways: Proactive or Reactive. A business that operates under the proactive approach will make necessary or anticipated changes as they happen. As the direction of the company changes, or...

Simplifying an Employee’s Technology Experience

It’s no secret that employees don’t love change but are looking for ways to simplify their day, at the same time. Employers react by implementing new technology platforms that address one or a handful of tasks or responsibilities. However, these...

Who to Hire: Contractor vs. Employee

When it comes down to the hiring status, between a contractor and employee, most employers have a preference or at least a policy to help govern the designation of these hires. “The IRS and Department of Labor pay close attention...

Creating a Portable Fire Extinguisher Checklist

It is reported that nearly 80%[1] of fires could have been extinguished by a portable fire extinguisher. Unless employees are tasked with fire safety, they may never actually notice the thoughtfully placed fire extinguishers around the building. Fire extinguishers are designed...

Ladder Safety Tips

Not only are falls one of the top three most disabling workplace injuries, but ladders are also sixth on OSHA’s Top 10 Most Cited Volitions list.[1] Most of the ladder-related workplace incidents occur due to basic ladder safety rule violations....

Exploring Qualifying Life Events

While open enrollment happens only once per year, qualifying life events can occur unexpectedly, in the blink of an eye. Qualifying events, such as having a baby, losing health coverage, or becoming a citizen, can change the eligibility status for...

Maintaining Clean Room Safety Standards

Cleanrooms are a standard facet in most manufacturing facilities. Cleanrooms control the working and storage environment to regulate air quality, temperature, and moisture (humidity). These rooms are reserved for sensitive electronic equipment, pharmaceuticals, sterile medical devices, or the manufacturing of...

Designing a Benefits Package for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses

55% of employees would accept a position at a company with lower compensation for a more robust benefits package.[1] But how does one compile a more robust benefits package? It is important to note that regardless of the size of your business,...

Hazard Communication Program Plans

Each employer who has employees working with or around hazardous chemicals is required to implement a formal hazard communication program to help manage and maintain employee safety. These five steps are crucial to keeping employees safe from hazardous chemicals. Develop...

Improving Cyber Security at Your Business

With smaller amounts of data, assumed minimal levels of security, and a smaller sample of employees from which to target, small businesses are an appealing group to hackers and cyber criminals. Cyber criminals are interested in everything from client data...

Going Paperless with HR

It’s no surprise that companies around the world are doing their part to become eco-friendly and reduce their footprint. For organizations looking for a more tangible list of reasons as to why a paperless HR is a better HR, here...