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Study Finds Fatigue at Work Can be Deadly

Sleep is a vital factor in overall health. According to the National Health Interview Survey, adults need an average of seven to nine hours of sleep each night, but 30% report averaging less than six hours. Chronic sleep deprivation causes depression, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and other illnesses. Fatigue is estimated to cost employers $136 billion …

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Can Drug Tests Be Beat?

If you are currently or thinking of administering drug tests at your workplace learn about the pros and cons of the tests before you do.

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HR 101: The Latest Updates About the Hiring Process

Now that the economy is starting to rebound and more employers are looking for help, hiring is on the uptick. However, if you are new to HR, it’s best to study the following Federal laws before interviewing and extending an offer to someone: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Americans with Disabilities …

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Is Your Company at Risk for Being Unionized?

There are risk to being unionized that you should know. The innocent act of selling baked goods or crafts onsite can open you up to union representation.