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    In a recent SHRM study, 90 percent of Human Resources professionals say their organization addresses workplace safety via a screening process for potential or current employees. However, this should be just one prong of the strategy. Work environment violence isn’t just limited to physical assault and guns. It also includes stalking, harassment, threatening words or conduct, and other similarly subtle behavior. MP’s HR experts outline the critical elements of a comprehensive workplace violence policy to include in your employee handbook. Read the article to:

    – Learn the 6 key elements of any workplace violence policy
    – Get best practices for outlining consequences
    – Find out why a workplace violence policy must cover protected classes
    – Understand how to develop an investigation process

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    Employers across the United States and in every industry should be alert to conversations among their employees about union representation, collective bargaining agreements, demands for higher wages, or improvements in working conditions. The national bureau of labor statistics notes that the number of union workers in the US has been steadily declining since the 1950s, with only around 6% of the labor market counted as union workers or union organizers. However, many prominent companies including Starbucks, Amazon, and Apple have all recently had employees filing paperwork and holding meetings to discuss unionization. Even if their employees aren’t currently discussing collective action, it’s critical to be aware that all workers are covered and protected by the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) and the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). When it comes to employers and unions, it’s vital not to discriminate, retaliate against, or infringe upon employee rights to unionize. This article covers crucial considerations for employers and unions. Read the article to:

    – Learn about protected employee rights to form or join a union
    – Find out what employers can do to help them avoid unionization
    – Understand employer requirements under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)
    – Get tips on building NLRA compliance into company culture, onboarding, and the employee handbook

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    While not the usual timing, many organizations are currently reviewing and updating their employee manual. Generally, employees can expect their human resource department to update their employee handbooks yearly. Companies often do this around the fall or new year. However, spring and early summer of 2022 are ideal times for employers across all industries and states to revisit their employee handbook template. Here are the key reasons employers should consider employee handbook updates right now. Read the article to:

    – Find out the 3 key reasons employers should update their handbooks right now
    – Understand the new state laws influencing employers to update their employee handbooks
    – Learn how to avoid steep penalties from the DOL this year
    – Outline how to update employee handbooks to improve employee retention, company culture, and productivity in 2022

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    Employee handbook updates are critical for compliance every year. In addition to ensuring compliance, updates to the employee handbook will also reduce legal risk for employers—this is key in a year full of COVID-oriented lawsuits. In 2022, employers need to ensure they’re up to date with the myriad of federal and state-level changes that will impact HR compliance. States are passing legislation surrounding marijuana usage, protected classes, as well as COVID (regarding time off, safety, and vaccination). Depending on the workplace, employers may find it more advantageous to update employee policies in their employee manuals or develop location-based addendums or COVID addendums. MP’s HR and compliance experts outline the five employee policies workplaces must update for 2021. Download the brief to:
    • Find out the critical components of a COVID safety policy
    • Develop a remote work policy to improve workforce efficiency while reducing risk and exposure
    • Discover how employers should update 2022 leave policies surrounding COVID, FMLA, and paid family medical leave laws
    • Get detailed information about how drug abuse policies could create legal risk for employers

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    As organizations update their employee handbook for 2022 HR compliance, parental leave policies are paramount. With a record high of open jobs, it’s essential for employers to gain a competitive edge in the current job market. In July 2021, the US had nearly 11 million open jobs. Employers must offer more than ever to woo top talent, and competitive offerings frequently include parental leave. Read the article to:

    • Learn four critical HR and compliance errors employers should avoid when developing or updating parental leave policies
    • Discover why older parental leave policies may create a risk of discrimination lawsuits
    • Find out how to reduce excessive employee absences
    • Understand how FMLA and parental leave employee policies could interact

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    While employee handbook updates are critical every year to ensure compliance and reduce legal risk, this year, they’re more urgent than ever. Employers need to ensure they’re up to date with the many federal and state level changes that were passed in 2021. Many states are passing legislation surrounding legalized marijuana, protected classes, and COVID-related considerations that will dramatically affect HR compliance regulations. Some employers may want to update the employee policies directly in their employee manuals. For other workplaces, location-based addendums or COVID addendums will be a better strategy. MP’s HR and compliance experts have assisted hundreds of clients in developing employee handbooks and have outlined the five employee policies workplaces must update for 2021. Read the article to:
    • Find out the key elements of a comprehensive COVID safety policy
    • Develop a remote work policy that protects the company and improves worker efficiency
    • Discover how to update leave policies for COVID, FMLA, and paid family medical leave laws
    • Learn why drug abuse policies may be creating legal risk for employers
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