Human Resources


DOL Settlement Provides $5 Million in Restitution for Pa. Health Plan

August 30, 2008

The U.S. Department of Labor has obtained a consent judgment in which the Pennsylvania Builders Association (PBA), its wholly-owned subsidiary and its trustees agree to restore $5 million to the fund and pay a civil penalty of $500,000.

Eight Three-Time Winners in 2008 Workplace Flexibility Awards

August 26, 2008

Another 25 organizations won Alfred P. Sloan Awards for the second time, the sponsoring organizations announced, and MIOSHA claimed an award.

Sudden Delay in Part of DOT's Drug Testing Changes

August 26, 2008

Stakeholders have 30 days to comment on Sec. 40.67(b), which requires employers to ensure all follow-up and return-to-duty drug tests are directly observed.

Tougher DOT Drug Testing Rules Now in Effect

August 25, 2008

Meant to curb the use of adulterants and cheating devices, the rules require observed collections for all return-to-duty and follow-up drug tests.

Lack of Exercise, Stress Have Most Negative Impacts, Workers Say

August 24, 2008

When asked, "What is keeping you from addressing this issue?" the number one response was "Don't know how to begin."

State Lauds Tobacco Cessation Plan's Physical, Fiscal ROI

August 23, 2008

"This should be a call to action for all health plans and employers to help workers quit tobacco. It's clear that physical health and fiscal health go hand-in-hand," said Dr. Mike Crutcher, Oklahoma's Secretary of Health and Commissioner of Health.

EEOC: Workforce Complaints Down, Investigation Times Improved

August 22, 2008

In FY 2007, federal employees and applicants filed 16,363 complaints alleging employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, or reprisal--down from 16,723 complaints in FY 2006 and 18,000 complaints in FY 2005.

Rep. Miller Rips 401(k) Advice Rules

August 21, 2008

The U.S. Labor Department will issue them in Friday's Federal Register and says they will aid workers by giving them greater access to unbiased advice.

DOL to Launch Site for Employers of Veterans, Others with 'Invisible Wounds'

August 19, 2008

The site, "America's Heroes at Work," will be unveiled at a press conference Wednesday in Washington, D.C., from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. EDT.

Employers: Long-Term Pharmacy Cost Control Requires Worker Involvement

August 17, 2008

Fifty-one percent of employers who responded to a survey said they use employee cost sharing as a utilization management tool. The most common cost-sharing range is 21 percent to 30 percent.

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