Social media has become an important consideration for HR departments at companies of all sizes. At the same time that some organizations are using social media increasingly as a means of reaching external audiences and communicating with customers, others are implementing strict policies regulating the use of social media in the workplace. Click here for more information.
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As reported in the Wall Street Journal in November, 2011, the White House has expanded its investigations of companies that employ illegal immigrants, notifying 500 companies of their intent to inspect hiring records. In the 2011 fiscal year, the administration targeted nearly 2500 companies. Audits by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency can be detrimental for companies with violations, due to the possible loss of needed employees, legal fees associated with defending an investigation and the heavy fines associated with employing illegal workers. In some cases, criminal penalties may be charged against culpable employees at all levels of the organization. Click here for more information.
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Every company wants healthier employees. Good health reduces absenteeism and promotes higher productivity at work. According to the Thompson Reuters Workforce Wellness Index, the incremental cost of poor health habits equates to about $670 per worker, per year. For privately insured employees, roughly 14% of incremental direct healthcare costs are attributable to six “behavioral risk factors,” including:
- Body Mass Index (BMI)
- Blood Pressure
- Blood Glucose
- Total Cholesterol
- Using Tobacco
- Using Alcohol
- Corporate Wellness Initiatives
To encourage a healthier, more productive workplace, many companies have implemented corporate wellness initiatives. These programs aim to help employees better manage any existing chronic health conditions and make healthier lifestyle decisions that help them avoid developing other devastating illnesses. Most corporate programs offer health information, coaching, and other support for employees who are trying to stop smoking, lose weight, or get more exercise. Some also offer disease-specific services, such as nutritionist or nurse consultations to help control diabetes or high blood pressure.
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