The New Struggle: Finding Workers Who Can Pass a Drug Test

The New Struggle Finding Workers Who Can Pass a Drug Test

Company drug testing has been around for a long time now, but when it was first introduced, there was nowhere in the United States where recreational drug use was legal. Now four states and the District of Columbia have fully legalized marijuana, and 20 more have some form of legalized marijuana use. How does that affect companies that won’t hire applicants who fail drug tests?

It turns out- that point might be moot, because so many candidates aren’t even bothering to get past the drug test portion of the screening process. That’s right, people who are applying for jobs even in states where drugs are still illegal just give up when it comes time to be tested. 
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5 Keys to Successful Business Relationships

5 Keys to Successful Business Relationships

 

Anyone who’s ever been part of the business world knows that no business is an island. From the day a business is founded – and in many cases, well before a business is founded – relationships are formed. Relationships with other businesses and business owners, with vendors, with customers, business associations, and sometimes even the competition. These relationships are the foundation of any successful business, and must be carefully cultivated. 
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Wellness Programs: Cost Saver or Trouble Maker?

Wellness Programs Cost Saver or Trouble Maker

Wellness Programs and Health Screenings: Cost Saver or Trouble Maker?

More and more companies are jumping on board with incentivized wellness programs and mandatory health screenings for their employees in an effort to reduce the tremendous expense of health insurance. We know that healthier employees handle stress better, are more productive and are more engaged, [1] which translates to a better work atmosphere and increased profits, so it pays to try and incentivize healthy behaviors. Healthy employees also take fewer sick days [2], and overweight employees are statistically more likely to be injured at the workplace than workers of average weight [3]. From building on-site gyms to paying out health related bonuses, what are the best and worst options for creating a healthier workplace, and how do we utilize these policies without stepping into unlawful territory? 
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A Quick and Not-So-Dirty Guide to Safe Cleaning Solutions

A Quick and Not-So-Dirty Guide to Safe Cleaning Solutions

It may be tedious, but floors need to be swept, surgical instruments need to be sterilized, and the places we live and work need to be sanitary. While allergens and microorganisms are always going to find a way through the cracks, we have to minimize their presence to keep ourselves healthy and comfortable. In every industry from construction to food service we rely on professional cleaners to keep our spaces safe, and they for better or worse rely on many harsh, caustic chemicals to get the job done. Unfortunately, many of these products end up being harmful to the worker, and the cleaning industry has recently been rated by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as a leading source of workplace injuries. [1] Is there anything you can do to keep you and your employees safe from harmful chemicals while still keeping your countertops spotless? Luckily, the answer is yes; there are many safe alternatives available that are equally effective, eco-friendly, and affordable.


Today, we’ll examine three things that can help you stay safe: 1) Chemicals to avoid, 2) Safe, non-toxic alternatives, and 3) Chemical-free cleaning processes. 
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