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  HR Hot Topic – COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave Extended Through End of the Year & Pay Transparency Act

  COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave (SPSL) Extended Through End of the Year As anticipated from last week’s newsletter, on September 29, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 152 into law. AB 152 is a budget trailer bill extending an employee’s eligibility to use 2022 COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave (SPSL) through December 31, 2022. SPSL applies … Continue reading "Home"

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  HR Hot Topic – CA Paid Family Leave Grants & Minimum Wage Updates OCHR

  California Paid Family Leave Grants Available to Eligible Businesses Eligible small businesses in California may now apply for grants up to $2,000 per employee utilizing California’s Paid Family Leave program (PFL). These grants, funded by the California Employment Training Panel and California Labor and Workforce Development Agency, are geared toward helping small businesses offset the … Continue reading "Home"

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  HR Hot Topic – Up-To-Date Local County Orders Plus CDPH Guidance For The Use Of Face Masks

  CDPH Guidance for the Use of Face Masks: Masking Requirements Masks are required for all individuals in the following indoor settings, regardless of vaccination status. Surgical masks or higher-level respirators (e.g., N95s, KN95s, KF94s) with good fit are highly recommended. Homeless shelters[3], Emergency shelters[4] and cooling and heating centers[5] Healthcare settings[6] (applies to all healthcare settings, including those that … Continue reading "Home"

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  HR Hot Topic – Top 10 Changes CA Employers Need To Prepare For As ETS Is Readopted For Third Time

  California workplace safety officials have approved a third round of changes to the state’s COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard, and while many of them conform to recent guidance that have already been incorporated into current rules, there are 10 significant changes California employers must prepare for. Significantly, however, the changes to the ETS that were just … Continue reading "Home"

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  HR Hot Topic – Protect Outdoor Workers From Heat Illness, Wildfire Smoke

  Cal/OSHA reminds employers to protect outdoor workers from heat illness and exposure to harmful wildfire smoke, and is hosting a webinar and training sessions this week to help employers plan for and prevent these hazards. “When it comes to preventing heat illness and exposure to harmful wildfire smoke, employers with outdoor workers should not wait … Continue reading "Home"

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  HR Hot Topic – Stay Interviews Can Be an Antidote to Exit Interviews

  Human resource departments are finding that stay interviews—conducted with current employees to gauge their job satisfaction—are the perfect antidote to exit interviews. Given the surge in job hopping and the competition to hire and keep employees, many companies have found that stay interviews are helping reduce turnover while increasing production and satisfaction among workers. Kate Grimaldi, … Continue reading "Home"

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  HR Hot Topic – COVID-19 Sick Pay is Back!

  On Wednesday, February 9, 2022, Governor Newsom signed into effect SB 114, which is intended to address issues that employers and employees continue to face as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. While the new COVID-19 supplemental paid sick leave law is currently in effect, employers have until February 19, 2022, before they have to begin … Continue reading "Home"

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  HR Hot Topic – What to Expect Now that OSHA Has Withdrawn Its Vaccine-or-Testing ETS

  The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has withdrawn its emergency temporary standard (ETS), which would have required large businesses to ensure employees are vaccinated against the coronavirus or undergo weekly COVID-19 testing. Nonetheless, the agency is moving forward with its proposal to issue a permanent standard.  Here’s what employers can expect from OSHA in … Continue reading "Home"

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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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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

  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"

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  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"

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  HR Hot Topic – Minimum Wage Increase

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

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  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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  Did you forget something? Register today for our Complimentary Webinar!

  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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

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  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!

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  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.

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  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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  Golden Gate Partnership Recognition Award

  Congratulations are in order for Lawnman & OmegaComp HR Safety Department !

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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.

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  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

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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

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

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  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"

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  Complimentary Webinar -June 10th- Preventing Burnout

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

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  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"

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  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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  Complimentary Webinar- May 14th- HR for Supervisors 101

  Complimentary Webinar HR 101 for Supervisors Thursday, May 14th at 9:00am – 10:30am

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  COVID-19 Relief: The CARES Act

  Assisted Program for Employers

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  Trump Signs Coronavirus Relief Bill with Paid Leave Mandate

  Relief Bill with Paid-Leave Mandate

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  New Year, New W-4 Form

  Learn more about the new changes to the W-4 2020 Form.

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  Cal/OSHA Form 300-A

  Make sure sure your business is in compliance with Cal/OSHA!

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  Critical Updates to Required California Harassment Training – SB 778 & SB 1343

  Learn more about the recent SB 778 legislation and how it impacts the SB 1343 training deadlines.

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  Meal Breaks – We Mean Business

  Familiarize yourself with the requirements for Meal Breaks and how to fulfill the requirements. It could mean business!

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  Outsourcing: Not just another curse word.

  Familiarize yourself with outsourcing HR and Payroll options. Delegating and handing off tasks to an experienced HR firm with a multi-pronged solution, can improve operations and bottom lines.

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  Tortoise Wins The Race – time to slow your hiring speed!

  Get useful and invaluable guidance when hiring. Slow down and look for employees that have the qualities your business needs.

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  California Required Sexual Harassment Training – SB 1343

  Did you know that the required SB 1343 sexual harassment training MUST be completed by the end of the year?

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  Independent Contractors – To Be or Not to Be (That’s the question)

  Classifying workers correctly is a vital decision to be made with careful thought and consideration.

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  Wage Theft – Navigating the Wage Maze

  Making sure you pay employees fair wages, assign correct classifications, and abiding by other employment laws is key to avoiding costly fines.

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  Competitive Recruiting In An Employee’s Market

  Recruiting and hiring techniques in a competitive employee marketplace; when employers need to get creative.

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  2019 Resolution: Overcoming Hurdles of Business Productivity

  Navigating business challenges and productivity can make or break profit margins. Learn tips and tricks on how to manage smarter.

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  California State Minimum Wage Increase – Time Sensitive

  New increases to California State Minimum Wage affects all employers in California

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  New Legislation – SB 1343 and Sexual Harassment Training

  The SB 1343 passed on September 30, 2018, requires employers with five or more employees provide sexual harassment training to all staff.

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  10 Things Employers Do to Get Sued

  Successful companies are not a result of accidents or luck, but rather an analysis of situations, preparation and proper execution of plans.

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  Controlling Hazardous Energy in the Workplace

  All employees, supervisors, and safety officers around machinery and equipment in the workplace need to fully understand, receive training, and follow lockout/tagout procedures.

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  Heat Illness Prevention – Reminder for Employers

  As we move into the warmer summer months, it is crucial for employers to start preparing for higher temperatures in the work environment.

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  June is National Safety Month

  Having a safety-focused culture in the workplace is important, as it works hand-in-hand with your Safety Plans to reduce risks and exposures.

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  Is #MeToo Affecting Your Organization?

  Unlawful harassment and discrimination in the workplace continue to be a very real threat to even the smallest workplaces today.

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  Twenty Factor Checklist to Determine Independent Contractor vs. Employee Status

  It is important to correctly classify a worker as an employee or an independent contractor to avoid significant fines and penalties.

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  Flu/Influenza Prevention in the Workplace

  Flu cases can spread easily in workplaces through coughs and sneezes. Help your employees stay healthy and productive this flu season!

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  Cold Stress Injury Prevention in the Workplace

  Anyone working in a cold environment such as construction workers, can be at risk for cold stress.

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  California Minimum Wage Increase – Effective January 1, 2018

  In 2016, Governor Brown signed SB 3, a bill that increases the minimum wage in California to $15.00 per hour by 2022. The governor’s action makes California....

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  2018 New Labor and Employment Regulations

  As we prepare to turn the calendar to 2018, employers are looking ahead to the next wave of labor and employment regulations. Here is...

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  2 FUTA Credit Reduction Reminder

  The FUTA2 Credit Reduction What is it? For-profit employers pay federal (FUTA) and state unemployment insurance (UI) taxes on wages paid.

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  Department of Labor Penalty Increases

  In November of 2015, Congress passed the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act, requiring federal agencies to increase

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  Federal Overtime Rule has been Blocked!

  NEW FEDERAL OVERTIME RULE BLOCKED! What you need to know A federal court in Texas has blocked the implementation of the federal overtime

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  FUTA Credit Reduction Reminder

  The FUTA Credit Reduction What is it? For-profit employers pay federal (FUTA) and state unemployment insurance (UI) taxes on wages paid.