Human Resources


Fix Pay Discrimination Problem, ABA's President Tells Congress

The American Bar Association's leader, William H. Neukom, posted a column Monday that challenges the U.S. Senate to hold an up-or-down vote on the Fair Pay Restoration Act.

May is Older Americans Month; Job Finder Says Hold the Confetti

"With out-of-control housing, utility, and health care costs, I've heard from hundreds of older individuals who still must work," says Ilyse Shapiro, founder of the job search Web site MyPartTimePRO.com.

Minnesota's Labor Commissioner Promises Comp Reform

Steve Sviggum has four working groups making recommendations later this year and can rely on his own legislative experience to help his 2009 proposals along.

U.S. Senate Passes Genetic Nondiscrimination Act, 95-0

Five senators did not vote Thursday afternoon on H.R. 493, including the three leading presidential candidates, U.S. Sens. Clinton, McCain, and Obama.

ASSE Announces 2008 Election Winners; Hill Wins SVP Contest

His victory means Darryl C. Hill, CSP, an African-American, will lead the society in mid-2010 when it celebrates its 100th anniversary.

NAM: 25 Years Later, We're Still 'A Nation at Risk'

"America's public school system is failing to make education relevant to today's career opportunities," said John Engler, president of the National Association of Manufacturers.

Ohio Comp Board Hosts Forum on Medical Provider Issues

Today's session focuses on identifying and removing barriers to participation, while a second forum June 26 will look at reimbursement for provided care.

Report: 84 Percent of Companies Oppose Universal Health Care

Instead, 78 percent of employers favor private-sector solutions, according to a new study.



OSHA Revises VPP Policies & Procedures Manual

Procedures for VPP applications, OSHA onsite evaluations, and annual participant self-evaluations for applicants/participants subject to the agency's Process Safety Management standard are among the revisions listed in a new directive.

DOL Launches 2008 Teen Summer Job Safety Campaign

The campaign is part of OSHA's Young Worker Initiative, which provides information and resources to teenagers, parents, educators, and employers to ensure safe and rewarding work experiences for these summer employees.

Survey: Most Americans Think Companies 'Greenwash' Reality

According to a survey conducted in recognition of Earth Day 2008, more than half of Americans also feel their company should do more to be environmentally friendly, but they do not necessarily want to pay for it.

Report: Women Suffering Disproportionate Impact of Current Recession

The economic downturn has caused women's wages to fall, and this decline is significantly larger than what men have suffered, according to the new "Taking a Toll" report.

Wal-Mart Pays $300,000 for Refusing to Hire Man with Cerebral Palsy

The retail giant had claimed that the man would pose a safety risk to himself or customers if he worked at the store using a wheelchair or crutches.

Poll: Thoughts of Monday's Labor Cloud Most Workers' Sunday Sleep

Fifty-one percent of U.S. workers and 53 percent of U.K. workers report weekly sleeping problems, according to Monster®.

NRC's Chairman Says Safety Culture Is Improving

A major challenge facing the industry is "to develop a workforce that will help us meet our safety mission over the coming decades," NRC Chairman Dale E. Klein said April 15. This photo shows the Oconee 1 reactor in Greenville, S.C.

300+ Arrested on Identity Theft Charges at Pilgrim's Pride Plants

"Even under the least damaging circumstances, these identity thieves wreak havoc with the credit and tax histories of innocent U.S. citizens who spend years trying to repair the damage," said Julie L. Myers, Department of Homeland Security Assistant Secretary for ICE.

Taxed by Taxes? Treasury, IRS Issue Single-Employer Guidance

Although the new funding rules are generally effective for plan years beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2008, these regulations for those sponsoring single-employer defined benefit plans are proposed to be effective for plan years beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2009.

DOL: Investment Firm's Fund Misuse Leads to $25 Million in Losses

Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao described the Chicago-based firm's actions as "gross abuse of the trust that workers and their families placed in the management of these pension funds."

Survey Reveals Reasons for Presenteeism

Studies have suggested that employees who go to work while sick cost U.S. businesses $150 billion or more annually in lost productivity.

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