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Hiring: Can We Refuse to Hire Smokers?
May 2008
My boss wants to have a truly smoke-free workplace, and he doesn't want to hire people who smoke. Can we do that? . . . more

Short Takes: Wellness
May 2008
We have about 350 employees across 17 worksites, and the greatest number of employees we have in any one location is about 80. We'd like to start a health and wellness program, but how do we get it going when we have people all over the place? . . . more

Workplace Wellness: Wellness Seems to Be Too Vague a Concept for Our Top Execs—Can You Help?
January 2008
I'm trying to get a wellness program going in our company but I can't seem to get top management to "get it." Can you help out by outlining why wellness is important--something even our VPs can understand? . . . more

Safety and Security: Which Points Should We Consider for Our Visitor Safety Policy?
December 2007
Our facility has numerous hazards; chemical, physical—you name it, we've got it. We train our workers . . . more

Disabilities: How Do We Determine Whether an Employee Is a Safety Threat?
November 2007
We have a large workforce, and many people operate machinery, fork trucks, etc. Plus, many handle hazardous substances. We now think that some employees have medical conditions that may cause them to lose concentration, and we have some other employees who may be . . . more

Discrimination: May We Require English-Only on the Job Because Co-Workers Are Uncomfortable?
November 2007
What are an employer's restrictions on requiring employees to speak only English while on the clock? We do business in English, and some employees are insulted when there are private conversations in other languages going on around them. It's also a problem during breaks and lunch . . . more

Short Takes: Earthquakes
November 2007
A few employees are worried about "earthquake-proofing" our offices. What can you suggest? . . . more

Short Takes: Alcohol
November 2007
We're starting to plan our holiday party. Should we hire an outside bartender? . . . more

Heat Illness: What Must We Do to Protect Outdoor Workers in the Summer Heat?
July 2007
We employ a number of workers in outdoor jobs during the summer. With summer heat coming on, are there Cal/OSHA requirements we need to comply with in this regard? . . . more

Avian Flu and the Workplace: What California Employers Should Do Now to Prepare for a Pandemic

Audio Conference
Originally presented on March 20, 2007
It's all over the headlines: The avian flu virus is rapidly spreading to bird populations around the world and has begun infecting humans. Some health experts are predicting a pandemic - a global outbreak of disease. The possibility of a flu pandemic raises unusual and complex concerns about how to protect employee health and your organization's economic well-being. Are you prepared? . . . more

Health & Fitness: How a Workplace Wellness Initiative Can Benefit Employers, Employees, and the Bottom Line

Audio Conference
Originally presented on December 14, 2006
Wellness programs do not have to be complicated or expensive. In this 90-minute audio conference, our experts will share real-world strategies for helping you and your employees along the path to wellness and productivity. . . . more

Health and Safety: I've Just Been Handed Safety; What Do I Do?
April 2007
We've just had a reshuffling of responsibilities, and I ended up with safety. We're a mid-sized manufacturer. Can you give me some gu . . . more

You're the Expert: What can I do to encourage employees to work safely?
March 2007
Last month's question: Our accident rate is rising along with our workers' comp costs, and management wants me to reverse the trend. What can I do to encourage employees to work safely? Here's what you had to say: . . . more

Short Takes: Ergonomics
March 2007
Do we have to have an ergonomics program? . . . more

Cell Phones: What If an Employee Gets in an Accident While Doing Business on Your Cell?
February 2007
Although I gather it's not illegal yet to talk on a handheld cell phone while driving, I've been hearing about some situations in whi . . . more

Flu Epidemic: Can You Help Me with a Concrete Plan for a Possible Flu Epidemic?
November 2006
I need some help with creating a plan for coping with a possible avian flu epidemic. My boss wants a concrete plan—she thinks o . . . more

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