Policy — Human Resource Blog

Does Your Business Have a Generative AI Policy?

As generative AI rapidly reshapes HR processes, many companies are overlooking a critical piece of the puzzle: a clear policy to guide its responsible use.

PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyNovember 7, 2024AI, artificial intelligence, PoliciesComment

The Importance of Including Safety Training in Your Onboarding Program

Incorporating safety training into your onboarding program isn’t just a regulatory checkbox—it’s a proactive investment in your employees' well-being and your business's long-term success.

Compliance, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeySeptember 5, 2024workplace safety, Onboarding, Emergency plan, cybersecurity, employee wellbeing, RetentionComment

Crafting the Perfect PTO Policy: A Guide for Employers

Here’s how to build a great PTO policy that everyone will love.

PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyAugust 1, 2024employee benefits, PTO, Policies, Company Culture, employee wellness, employee engagementComment

SECURE Act 2.0: A Guide to Shaping Enhanced Employee Benefits

The SECURE Act 2.0 offers game-changing provisions, allowing HR professionals to reshape retirement benefits and bolster employee financial security.

Policy, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyFebruary 6, 2024SECURE Act 2.0, employee benefits, employee financial well beingComment

A Guide to the 2024 FSA and HSA Contribution Limits

Explore 2024 contribution limits for HSAs and FSAs, and learn how HR can optimize employee benefits with ongoing communication and diverse outreach.

The Impact of Return-to-Work Policies on Employee Satisfaction

As workplaces grapple with the return-to-office dilemma, inflexible policies risk driving employees away, highlighting a pressing retention challenge.

Culture, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyJanuary 9, 2024return to work policies, employee retention, Reduce turnoverComment

A Guide to Limiting Liability at Your Business's Holiday Party

As the holiday season approaches, small business owners must navigate the delicate balance between celebration and liability at their company's festive gatherings.

Equal Pay Matters: EEOC's 2024-28 Enforcement Strategy Unveiled

The EEOC's new Strategic Enforcement Plan for 2024-28 puts the spotlight on equal pay in the workplace.

Time Clock Rounding Policies Could Lead to Legal Trouble

A recent legal ruling emphasizes the potential risks faced by employers using time clock rounding policies under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Compliance, Employment Law, PolicyJacquelyn GernaeyOctober 12, 2023FLSA, Rounding Policy, Compliance, Fair Labor Standards ActComment

NLRB Ruling Means Handbooks Need Revision

Following a recent NLRB ruling, employee handbooks require immediate revision for compliance.

Compliance, Policy, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyOctober 5, 2023NLRB, National Labor Relations Act, employee handbook, Compliance, PoliciesComment

Navigating the Landscape of Generative AI Policies: A Blueprint for Forward-Thinking Organizations

As generative AI becomes ubiquitous in the corporate world, crafting tailored policies is essential to balance its benefits with legal and ethical considerations.

Policy, Employment LawJacquelyn GernaeyAugust 24, 2023AI, artificial intelligence, Policies, planning, Innovation, Technology, Generative AIComment

What to Do When an Employee Smells of Marijuana

Guidance for managers dealing with employees who may smell of marijuana in the workplace, including how to determine impairment, address offensive odors, and enforce company policies.