Workplace Safety

New and Updated

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  How To

  How To Identify Signs of Suicidal Behavior and Prevent Harm

  This How To details the steps an employer should take to help identify suicidal risk factors and address an employee who displays suicidal behavior.

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  Legal Timetable

  OSHA Narrows Test to Prove Prohibited Retaliation

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  Legal Timetable

  California Expands Cal/OSHA Authorization to Issue Citations and Penalties

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  Legal Timetable

  California Provides Protections to Warehouse Workers

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  Handbook Templates

  Whistleblower Protections Handbook Statement: Rhode Island

  Updated statement and guidance to reflect amendments to Rhode Island Whistleblowers' Protection Act, effective July 13, 2021.

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  Handbook Templates

  Weapons in the Workplace Handbook Statement: Arkansas

  Updated statement and guidance to reflect development regarding storing firearms in employer parking lots.

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  Legal Timetable

  Oregon Changes Burden of Proof Regarding Workplace Safety Retaliation Claims

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  Employment Law Guide

  Drugs, Alcohol and Smoking: Virginia

  Updated to reflect amendments relating to the medical use of cannabis oil as well as the legalization of recreational marijuana, effective July 1, 2021.

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  Employment Law Guide

  Drugs, Alcohol and Smoking: Iowa

  Updated to reflect amendments regarding the defrauding of a drug or alcohol test using synthetic urine, effective July 1, 2021.

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  Legal Timetable

  New York HERO Act Amendments Take Effect