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HR Hot Topic – Cal/OSHA Updates COVID-19 FAQs to Align with CDPH Guidance on Isolation and Quarantines

Cal/OSHA has updated its FAQs on COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards (ETS) to incorporate new guidance from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) on isolation and quarantine periods. In December 2020, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-84-20, which states that the recommended isolation and quarantine periods in the ETS will be overridden by any … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – CDC Shortens Recommended Isolation, Quarantine Periods for Public — But Employers Must Follow Cal/OSHA’s COVID-19 ETS

Recently the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) readopted the Emergency Temporary Standards (ETS) for a second time, which includes the latest recommendations from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). The following changes will take effect on January 14, 2022. COVID-19 in the workplace – Employers are still required to provide notice … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Standards Board Votes to Adopt Revised COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards

The Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board yesterday adopted revisions to the COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards to include the latest recommendations from the California Department of Public Health. The revisions will take effect on January 14, 2022. The revisions include the following: Investigating and responding to COVID-19 cases in the workplace: Employers must continue to … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Minimum Wage Increases Coming January 1

As employers gear up for the new laws that take effect January 1, 2022, they can’t forget about the ever-increased minimum wage rates that occur every January 1. In California, there are two different statewide minimum wage rates, depending upon employer size. Effective January 1, 2022, the minimum wage rate for employers with 26 or more employees … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Hiring and Benefits Costs Hit 16-Year Highs

Employers could see this coming, and now they say it’s hard to imagine how long it will last. U.S. labor costs in Q3 2021 increased by the biggest margin since 2001 as companies boosted wages and benefits amid a severe worker shortage, suggesting inflation could remain high for some time. The Employment Cost Index (ECI), … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – With Virtual Interviews Here to Stay, Best Practices Are Needed

The use of videoconferencing technology for virtual job interviews exploded during the COVID-19 pandemic, and surveys show that the practice has become a part of the hiring process for good. A recent poll of 1,100 U.S. employers conducted by Indeed found that 82 percent of respondents said they adopted virtual interviews for candidates because of … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Latest News Regarding Vaccine Mandate!

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has suspended implementation and enforcement of the Biden administration’s vaccine mandate for private employers after a federal court blocked the measure. The current Cal/OSHA COVID-19 Prevention ETS remains in effect, and documents related to it can be found on the OSHSB website: https://www.dir.ca.gov/OSHSB/COVID-19-Prevention-Emergency.html We will continue to provide information and guidance regarding … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Federal Appeals Court Blocks OSHA’s Mandate-or-Test Emergency Vaccine Rule: What Does This Mean for Employers?

Citing potential “grave statutory and constitutional issues” with the mandate-or-test emergency vaccine rule unveiled by OSHA on Thursday, a federal appeals court just issued an order blocking the ETS from taking effect on a nationwide basis. That the ETS faced immediate litigation from opponents and was at least temporarily sidelined should come as little surprise. The bigger … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Hiring with a Vaccine Mandate? Be Clear About Expectations

Setting clear expectations about COVID-19 vaccine requirements at the start of the hiring process and ensuring consistent recruitment messaging are some of the main responsibilities talent acquisition professionals should fulfill when their employer mandates vaccines for employees. More employers are imposing vaccine mandates in anticipation of an imminent federal rule. In September, President Joe Biden directed … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – OSHA Names Top 10 Violations for 2021

The Occupational Safety and Hazard Administration (OSHA) has revealed its preliminary Top 10 most frequently cited workplace violations for the agency’s fiscal 2021. Once again, citations related to falls lead the way! Although the number of total citations had another considerable drop from a year earlier, OSHA citations related to falls was still far and … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – California Labor Commissioner Cites Construction Company $1.7 Million for Wage Theft Violations

The Labor Commissioner’s Office has cited JPI Construction $1.7 million for wage theft violations affecting 265 workers. An investigation found that the San Diego-based company failed to pay workers properly on commercial and residential construction projects, resulting in minimum wage and overtime violations. The Labor Commissioner’s Office opened an investigation in March 2019 after receiving … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Newsom Signs Bill Expanding Cal/OSHA’s Enforcement Power

On Sept. 27, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law SB 606, which expands enforcement power for the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (which is known as Cal/OSHA). We’ve gathered articles on the news from SHRM Online and other outlets. Substantial Changes The new law, which is expected to take effect on Jan. 1, 2022, creates a rebuttable … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave Expiration Approaches

The tax credits for FFCRA (Federal) leave expire September 30, 2021, regardless of whether an employee is currently on leave as of the expiration. California passed a COVID-19 supplemental paid sick leave (SPSL) law on March 29, 2021. The law was retroactive, requiring employers with more than 25 employees to provide up to 80 hours of paid sick leave for qualifying COVID-19-related … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – OSHA’s COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard To Expire December 2021

On August 31, 2021, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) tipped its hand that it will let the federal emergency temporary standard (ETS) expire in December 2021. The long-awaited ETS went into effect on June 21, 2021. It requires covered healthcare and health support services employers to ensure specific policies and procedures are in place to … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Complimentary Webinar: Managing Multiple Generations in the Workplace

Seminar location: Online via webinar Date: Thursday, September 9th Time: 9:00am – 10:30am Price: Free using code ‘Omega’ To reserve your spot, please use the following link: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3249453100773009936 If you experience any technical issues with the above link, please contact info@omegacomp.com. 24 hour cancellation notice is required. For the first time in history, five generations will soon be … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Cal/OSHA Encourages Employers and Workers to Follow Updated CDPH Guidance Recommending Face Coverings Indoors

-Via The Department of Industrial Relations- In addition to the requirements of the COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards (ETS) and as a best practice, Cal/OSHA encourages employers and workers to follow the recent update from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) recommending that all individuals wear face coverings while indoors regardless of vaccination status. CDPH recently … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Cal/OSHA Reminds Employers to Protect Workers from Unhealthy Air due to Wildfire Smoke

-Via The Department of Industrial Relations- Cal/OSHA is reminding employers that California’s protection from wildfire smoke standard requires them to take steps to protect their workers from unhealthy air due to wildfire smoke. Harmful air quality from wildfire smoke can occur anywhere in the state on short notice, so employers must be prepared before a wildfire event … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Labor Commissioner’s Office Reaches $1.6 Million Settlement Securing Unpaid Wages for 22 Bay Area Restaurant Workers

-Via The Department of Industrial Relations- The Labor Commissioner’s Office has reached a $1.6 million settlement with the owners of Z & Y Restaurant in San Francisco, securing compensation for 22 workers for unpaid minimum wages, overtime, split shift premiums and tips identified in a wage theft investigation from 2019. Including expected post-settlement interest, each … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Kern Restaurant Chain Ordered to Pay $200K in Back Wages

Businesses large and small continue to stumble over compliance with the most basic labor laws. Accurate timekeeping for hourly non-exempt employees is critical. Maintaining records reflecting the start and end time of each day are paramount to tracking regular and overtime hours. Failure to do so and compensate at the corresponding rate of pay can … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – California Court Ruling Could Complicate Background Checks

-Via James W. Ward, Employment Law Subject Matter Expert/Legal Writer and Editor, CalChamber HR Watchdog- California employers should take note of a recent appellate court case that could complicate employment background checks. When conducting background checks, it’s common to search for a person’s name in conjunction with a birthdate or driver’s license number so you can … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Recent California Supreme Court Ruling Invalidates Long-Standing Employer Practice

On July 15, 2021, the California Supreme Court ruled in Ferra v. Loews Hollywood Hotel, LLC that employers must pay meal and rest period premiums at the “regular rate” of pay. The regular rate of pay is defined as to include all forms of nondiscretionary compensation paid to non-exempt employees. The Court held that the long-standing … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Cal/OSHA Urges Employers to Prepare to Protect Workers from Unhealthy Air due to Wildfire Smoke

-Via The Department of Industrial Relations- Cal/OSHA is urging employers in California to be prepared to protect workers from unhealthy air due to wildfire smoke. When workers might be exposed to unhealthy air from wildfires, California’s protection from wildfire smoke standard requires employers to take steps such as changing the location of work operations, modifying … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Don’t Deny Vacation Due to Recent Use of COVID Sick Leave

-Via Ellen Savage, HR Adviser, CalChamber HR Watchdog- My employee used most of her COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave over the last couple of weeks. Now she wants to take a week’s vacation. Can I deny the vacation request since several other employees in that department, who have been working lots of extra hours to … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Cal/OSHA Reminds Employers to Protect Outdoor Workers from Heat Illness

-Via the Department of Industrial Relations- Cal/OSHA is reminding all employers to protect outdoor workers from heat illness as excessive heat warnings have been issued throughout the state with high temperatures forecast through this Thursday. Employers in California must take steps to protect outdoor workers from heat illness by providing water, rest, shade and training. … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Minimum Wage Ordinances & Increases as of July 1, 2021

Although California has its own state-level minimum wage, many localities have passed their own minimum ordinances — and employers must comply with the more restrictive requirement. The following cities and counties will increase their current minimum wage rates as of July 1: Berkeley: $16.32/hour. Emeryville: $17.13. Fremont: $15.25/hour for employers with 26 or more employees; $15.00/hour … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Standards Board Votes to Adopt Revised COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards

-Via the Department of Industrial Relations- Revisions Account for Rising Vaccination Rates, Offer Guidance to Help Businesses Reopen while Maintaining Strong Worker Protections Revised Emergency Temporary Standards Effective June 17th, 2021 Sacramento—The Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board today adopted revisions to the COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards that account for recent guidance from the … Continue reading "Home"

Hot Topic – On Behalf Of Cal/OSHA: To Mask Or Not To Mask

The Cal/OSHA Standards Board has published the latest version of its COVID emergency standard, on which it will vote later this week. The big change: Fully vaccinated employees will not have to wear masks indoors if unvaccinated coworkers are among them. The move comes after an outcry from employers that the agency was not following … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Standards Board Readopts Revised Cal/OSHA COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards

(Via the Department of Industrial Relations) The revised Cal/OSHA standards are expected to go into effect no later than June 15 Sacramento—The Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board on June 3 readopted Cal/OSHA’s revised COVID-19 prevention emergency temporary standards. Last year, the Board adopted health and safety standards to protect workers from COVID-19. The standards … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – From Cal/OSHA: Standard Board Tables ETS Vote

The Cal/OSHA Standards Board held over a critical vote on revisions to the COVID emergency temporary standard. The move was at the request of the Division of Occupational Safety and Health, which says it wants to redo the revisions in accord with the Center for Disease Control. DOSH intends to rework the proposal, and the … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – California Department Of Public Health Guidance For Face Coverings

Note: The following guidance supersedes face coverings guidance released on November 16, 2020. This updated guidance mandates face masks in indoor settings, with few exceptions. Background The risk for COVID-19 exposure and infection will continue to remain until we reach community immunity from vaccinations. Since the start of the pandemic, we have learned a lot … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – UPDATE from Cal/OSHA Regarding COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standards

On May 3, 2021, the California Department of Public Health issued its COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People, which provide that fully vaccinated individuals who have had a COVID-19 exposure do not need to quarantine if they are asymptomatic. Thus, per Executive Order N-84-20, such individuals no longer need to be excluded under the … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Heat Illness Prevention

Heat illness is a silent hazard. Heat illness victims may not realize they’re in trouble until the symptoms are advanced. If left unattended, heat illness could lead to heat stroke, a condition that is life-threatening. Employers should be familiar with Cal/OSHA’s heat illness prevention regulation to prevent possible heat-related illness or death. The main points … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – COVID-19 Vaccinations & the Workplace

As more individuals have the opportunity to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, many employers are asking the question regarding mandating versus encouraging employees to become vaccinated. On March 4, 2021 the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) updated its COVID-19 guidance (view here), which addressed several questions related to vaccinations. The DFEH stated that … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Your Guide to Reporting a Work-Related Injury

REMINDER Critical to Properly Report COVID-19 Claims On September 17, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Senate Bill 1159 (SB-1159). This bill provides outbreak definition guidance and requirements for reporting COVID-19 exposures, which includes reporting to your workers’ compensation carrier the date an employee tested positive, possible exposure locations, and other important reporting information. To help … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – COVID-19 Positive Test Report Form Reminder

HR Hot Topic – Harassment Prevention Training Reminder

REMINDER: The extension to complete the required training under SB 1343 by January 1 has passed. California Governor, Gavin Newsom, signed SB 778, emergency legislation which extended the existing sexual harassment prevention training deadline under SB 1343, to January 1st, 2021 – an extension of one full year. The extension allowed employers more time to … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Minimum Wage Increase

The State of California will implement the next phase of minimum wage increases.

HR Hot Topic – AB685

Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 685, a new law establishing stringent COVID-19-related notice and reporting requirements for public and private employers.

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Title: Overview of New Employment Laws and Requirements Effective Now and for 2021Via: Online WebinarDate: Wednesday, November 18th Time: 10:00am-11:00amPrice: Complimentary! 24 hour cancellation notice is required.Click the button below to register today! Description: New legislation passed will create laws and requirements for California employers to understand and follow. The webinar will provide an overview … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – OSHA Clarifies COVID-19 Reporting Requirements

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has published two additional answers to its list of COVID-19 frequently asked questions (FAQs). The new answers clarify when employers must report COVID-19 in-patient hospitalizations and fatalities. Reporting HospitalizationsOSHA requires employers to report in-patient hospitalizations only if the hospitalization occurs within 24 hours of an exposure to COVID-19 in the … Continue reading "Home"

Annual Charity Fundraiser – Hygiene Packs for Sacramento’s Homeless

It’s officially the holiday season! Giving back, especially during this time, is needed more than ever. In an effort to give back to the homeless community here in Sacramento, the OmegaComp HR Annual Charity Event will involve creating and donating hygiene packs. We will donate these packs to two Sacramento non-profit organizations: Next Move Sacramento … Continue reading "Home"

Complimentary Webinar- Nov-18th- Overview of New Employment Laws and Requirements Effective Now and For 2021

Complimentary Webinar, Overview of New Employment Laws and Requirements Effective Now and For 2021, November 18th, 2020 10:00am -11:00am

HR Hot Topic – Employers Voting Obligations for Employees

Know the voting obligations you have as an employer to your employees. Stay up to date with California laws and regulations!

HR Hot Topic – What Employers Need to Know About COVID-19 Reporting

Governor Newsom signed SB 1159 on September 17, 2020 that created new laws, which impact California employers who have employees who test positive for COVID-19.

HR Hot Topic- DOL Issues Important Changes Regarding the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced revisions to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) in the wake of a recent court decision.

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HR Hot Topic- New Legislation Regarding Independent Contractors

Assembly Bill 2257, which went into effect immediately upon passage, expands the exemptions under AB 5 concerning independent contractor status.

Complimentary Webinar – September 29th- Employer’s Guide to Ensuring Quality Perfomance

Complimentary Webinar, Employer's Guide to Ensuring Quality Performace, September 29th, 2020, 10:00am-11:00am

HR Hot Topic- Cal/OSHA Reminds Employers to Protect Workers from Unhealthy Air due to Wildfire Smoke

Cal/OSHA is reminding employers that California’s protection from wildfire smoke standard is still in effect, and they must take steps to protect their workers from harmful exposure to unhealthy air due to wildfire smoke. “Employers are obligated to protect their outdoor workers and must evaluate the health hazards posed by wildfire smoke,” said Cal/OSHA Chief Doug Parker. … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic- Schools Opening & FFCRA Leave

With the new school year fast approaching, the question of whether employees are entitled to take leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) for children who are distance learning this school year will depend on why they are distancing learning this year. The following scenarios will be a factor: If a school is … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic- Your Guide to Reporting a Work-Related Injury

We would like to provide you the following outline, as we are here to assist you with your safety needs. A reminder that from the moment one of your employees suffers an injury or illness due to work, an invisible clock starts ticking. As the amount of lapsed time increases, so may the cost of … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic – Responding to COVID-19 in the Workplace

In light of the current situation, all the more important for employers to be aware, proactive and mindful that identification of even a single positive case among employees may quickly develop into an outbreak. As outbreak circumstances and work practices vary, employers may need assistance from their local health department (LHD) to plan and coordinate … Continue reading "Home"

Complimentary Webinar – July 29th – Employer Considerations Under COVID -19

Complimentary Webinar, Employer Considerations Under COVID, Wednesday, July 29th, 2020 from 9:00am-10:30am

HR Hot Topic- PFL Increase

Paid Family Leave to Expand Allotted Time Beginning July 1, 2020. The Paid Family Leave (PFL) program, administered by California’s Employment Development Department (EDD), provides partial wage replacement benefits to employees who take time off work to bond with a child within one year from birth or placement for foster care or adoption, or to … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic- Minimum Wage Increase

Minimum Wage Ordinances Increases as of July 1st, 2020 Although California has its own state-level minimum wage, more than two dozen localities have passed their own minimum ordinances — and employers must comply with the more restrictive requirement. The following cities and counties will increase their current minimum wage rates as of July 1st: Alameda: $15/hour. Berkeley: … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic- Coronavirus Recording

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has indicated that COVID-19 infections are recordable injuries if they are work-related and they meet the Occupational Safety and Health Act recording criteria. It is important for companies to understand their responsibilities under OSHA’s guidelines. Attached is a summarized compliance overview of the reporting and recording requirements. Click … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic- Executive Order

COVID-19 related illness arising from the course of employment is a real concern for all employers. Executive Order N-62-20, issued by Governor Gavin Newsom, has created a rebuttable presumption as to a COVID-19 related illness arising from the course of employment. The attached information provides an overview of the Executive Order. Click here for attached Executive … Continue reading "Home"

Complimentary Webinar -June 10th- Preventing Burnout

Complimentary Webinar, Preventing Burnout, Wednesday June 10th, 2020 at 9:00am-10:30am

HR Hot Topic- OSHA Inspections

As previously announced, it is paramount that employers review business operations to ensure that they are providing a safe work environment in light of the ongoing challenges that the current health crisis presents. In our continued effort to inform, educate, and keep you aware of requirements for compliance, it is important to understand how agencies … Continue reading "Home"

HR Hot Topic- Are You Ready to Resume Business

Are You Ready to Resume Business? As restrictions lift regarding the current health crisis and operations return to normal, companies need to ensure that they are ready from a compliance and safety standpoint.This means having the appropriate forms from an HR administrative outlook and having the proper tools to make sure your worksite is safe … Continue reading "Home"

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