Every year, about 22 million workers are exposed to potential workplace ear hazards—and it’s not just the folks using jackhammers who need to listen up! Have you ever stepped out of a bustling office, a lively factory floor, or simply taken off your headphones after a jam-packed day and felt that slight ringing in your …
It’s vitally important to take safety precautions when working with electricity. Safety must not be compromised and some ground rules need to be followed first. The basic guidelines regarding electrical safety documented below will help you while working with electricity. 1. The first step of electrical safety, avoid water at all times when working with …
**Update on the New Overtime Rule – Finalized Changes to Take Effect in 2024** In an announcement from the Biden-Harris administration, the finalization of the new overtime rule marks a significant milestone in the protection of workers’ rights in the United States. Effective from July 1, 2024, the salary threshold for overtime eligibility will see a …
The new OSHA rule, effective May 31st, 2024, is a pivotal change aimed at enhancing protection and participation in workplace safety. Welcome to the forefront of workplace safety, where keeping up with the rules isn’t just about avoiding fines – it’s about genuinely caring for your team. In the latest turn of events, the Department …
As today’s workforce evolves, businesses must explore the benefits of both 35-hour and 40-hour workweeks to boost efficiency and retain talent. The concept of the traditional workweek is undergoing a transformation. The debate between a 35-hour and a 40-hour workweek has become more relevant than ever. Both models present unique advantages for enhancing productivity and …
Building A Strong Company Culture Is Worth The Effort It’s every manager’s dream to have a team that works like a well-oiled machine. Yet, these dream teams aren’t built overnight. Building an effective team and company culture is like growing a garden. You have to pull some weeds, and water the right flowers for everything …
Active Listening is a Powerful Skill When was the last time you worked on your active listening skills? Becoming a good listener isn’t something we should stop learning after we grow up. We should continue to develop the same lessons we learned in grade school as we make connections with people in our careers. Active …
Every manager would love for their employees to be productive 100% of the time they are clocked in, but unfortunately, this is rarely the case. This has made employee time management a popular topic amongst supervisors and managers for quite some time now. It’s estimated that employees are only productive for 3-4 hours of every 8-hour …
Although it seems like remote work is all the rage, even the “norm” right now, you’re not alone if you’re still adjusting to managing a team remotely.Back in January 2019, it was estimated that 4.7% of work was remote. Now, that rate is about 12%, depending on the industry and time of year.That rate isn’t …
