The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act went into effect on June 27, requiring employers to provide “reasonable accommodations” to pregnant workers from pregnancy through the postpartum period, including time off to recover . . . unless such accommodations would lead to an “undue hardship” on the part of the employer. Employees no longer must prove they should be accommodated. … [Read more...]
HR’s role in changing the conversation about alcohol use
For employers and their HR pros, it is increasingly important to understand that alcohol use is not an “all or nothing” proposition for employees, says Terri-Lynn Mackay, PhD. Rather, it exists on a spectrum, from people who do not drink to those who have a diagnosed disorder. Mackay shares ideas for changing the conversation about alcohol use in the workplace and … [Read more...]