Monthly Archives: December 2024
Avoiding Common HR Pitfalls During the Holiday Season
Written on December 20, 2024 at 12:04 pm, by Fherlette Del Valle
The holiday season can often present HR challenges to employers that can range from managing time-off requests to hosting holiday parties. Employers must comply with workplace policies, along with federal and state regulations to remain compliant while creating a positive environment. Here are some common HR pitfalls and ideas on how to avoid them:Continue Reading
New OSHA Requirement on PPE Fit
Written on December 18, 2024 at 12:57 pm, by Fherlette Del Valle
Starting next month, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) will require construction employers to provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that properly fits each worker’s unique body type. This change, announced December 11th, is significant given the diversity of the workforce in hazardous fields, including a growing number of women, who may have facedContinue Reading
Required Year-End Reports for Businesses
Written on December 13, 2024 at 11:01 am, by Fherlette Del Valle
At the end of each year, businesses like yours must prepare a few important reports to comply with legal and financial requirements. Here’s a brief guide to the most common end-of-year reports companies should prepare: Employee Tax Forms. These forms are important to maintain tax compliance and to report employee earned income. W-2 Forms:Continue Reading
BOIR Filing Requirement is Temporarily Blocked
Written on December 6, 2024 at 10:44 am, by Fherlette Del Valle
On Dec 3, 2024, a federal judge in Texas granted a nationwide temporary injunction against the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which required all businesses operating in the US with an EIN (roughly 32.6 million) to file a Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR). This report required companies to disclose the personal information of all beneficialContinue Reading
7 Tips to Help Prepare Your Workforce and Workplace for Freezes
Written on December 4, 2024 at 9:40 am, by Fherlette Del Valle
When winter arrives, freezes may catch businesses off guard. Preparing for low temperatures helps you and your staff stay safe, prevent expensive damages, and helps keep your operations running as smooth as possible. Below are a few tips to help ensure your business and employees are ready when the temperatures drop. Inspect and InsulateContinue Reading