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Is your organization one of the millions of workplaces in the U.S. that uses chemicals? Chemicals are found in numerous industries and used in a wide variety of tasks, from cleaning products to farming to manufacturing processes. Although helpful, if not correctly addressed, chemicals can present an array of health...

Profanity in the Workplace: Harmless Jargon or Gateway to Harassment?

Answer: Yes, it does matter.

Answer: The answer in both Washington and Oregon is no—unless the child is home because they are sick. The Washington and Oregon sick leave laws allow employees to use sick leave if the child’s school or place of care has been closed for any health-related reason. Being closed for summer break or a caregiver that...

Nestled in the Pacific Northwest, Washington State is known for its temperate climate. However, that doesn’t mean the region doesn’t experience hot weather. Higher than average temps have already started plaguing the state this year, and unfortunately, wildfires are usually not far behind when temperatures increase....

The Occupational Safety & Health Administration’s (OSHA) mission is to ensure that employees work in a safe and healthful environment by setting and enforcing regulatory standards and providing training, outreach, and assistance. To help accomplish this mission, OSHA creates regulatory agendas semi-annually for...

A well-rounded hazard identification process is at the core of any effective safety program. It’s the foundational step upon which the rest of the program is built and often an under-explored cost-reduction strategy. Accurately and preemptively identifying workplace hazards helps keep employees safe, boosts morale,...

With focus keenly attuned to value-added efforts, employers are taking opportunities to edit out unnecessary process steps, and a question often asked by HR professionals and Operations folks alike: “Do we really need to check references?”

The rise in remote work has increasingly prompted employers to embrace workplace flexibility in other areas besides just their employee’s work location. They’ve discovered that employees can thrive when they are trusted to manage their own time and work assignments. An emerging workplace trend that aligns with this...

As we enter 2023, employers face historic challenges. The economic slowdown and a competitive hiring landscape have significantly impacted staffing budgets. More than ever, creativity and ingenuity are needed to meet organizational needs while also retaining talent. For many employers, this will involve a practice...