As technology improves, and a younger generation moves into the workforce, electronic communications will become the preferred method of communication. However, paper communication remains the preferred method from a regulatory agency perspective. Read full article...
Benefits Used to Attract, but Not Retain Employees. Read full article...
With all the implications that the Affordable Care Act has on employer’s health insurance obligations, it’s easy to overlook its effects on workplace wellness programs. Read full article...
Americans are making “considerable progress” in their overall health, according to United Health Foundation’s 2013 America’s Health Rankings. Here are the top 10 healthiest places in America and why. ...
Despite the best intentions of retirement plan sponsors, 24% of Americans report that they have borrowed against or took early distribution from their retirement plans in the past three years. Read more...
Originally posted January 17, 2014 by United Benefit Advisors (UBA) Starting next September, women at increased risk for breast cancer will be able to get some drugs shown to help prevent the disease without a copay, the Obama administration said Thursday. The U.S. Preventive Services Task...
U.S. cities and towns won’t be required to provide health insurance for volunteer firefighters, a reprieve from PPACA. Read more...
As of now, no federal combustible dust rule has been released, and the CSB is taking steps to increase pressure on OSHA to issue one. Read full article...
Why can’t most of us stick to our resolutions? Dr. Sarah Vinson says many people quit because they don't see results. She says to break it down and keep it manageable. Here's how...
Supervisors play a key role in workplace safety. According to Oregon OSHA, supervisors have five main safety responsibilities. It identifies these in its Safety and the Supervisor training instruction guide....