Assertive behavior means saying what we want, need, feel think or believe in ways which are direct, honest and appropriate. But also respects the rights of those we are addressing – treating ourselves and those we work with as professional adults. It’s the balance between passive and aggressive behavior. Passive behavior has the advantage of …
Keep your space—and stomach—clean. Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen. Practice smart shopping. Purchase non-perishable items first. Never choose packaging that is torn, dented, leaking, rusted, bulging, or otherwise damaged. Check expiration dates and buy fresh products. Also note the “best before” label. Ask for information concerning unpackaged foods. Be alert for local, national, and international …
The Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health has notified 14,000 employers nationwide that their injury and illness rates are considerably higher than the national average. In a letter sent this month to those employers, Assistant Secretary Edwin G. Foulke, Jr. explained that the notification was a proactive step to encourage employers to …
Working with hazardous materials and waste is common in many industries, and these substances can be found in a variety of facilities. Recognizing the potential dangers and knowing how to handle and dispose of them properly is so crucial that OSHA mandates comprehensive training for anyone involved with these materials. Back in 1976, the U.S. …
The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA) has changed for the first time in 15 years.The U.S. Department of Labor has confirmed that the required FMLA poster will be revised to reflect the changes in the law. We will update our federal poster as soon as the Wage and Hour Division issues the …
