Coping with Holiday Stress and Anxiety While often joyful, the holiday season can also bring a wave of stress and anxiety. With social obligations, financial pressures and the desire to create perfect memories, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The following are practical ways to manage these emotions and enjoy the season more fully: Set realistic […]
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Safety Matters | Protect Our Facility with Chemical Safety
Protect Our Facility with Chemical Safety Storing or handling chemicals in the workplace puts all employees at serious risk for injuries due to explosions. For this reason, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires worksites where hazardous chemicals are used to have an emergency action plan (EAP). takes this requirement seriously, as employee and […]
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Live Well, Work Well | Prevent Burnout During the Holiday Season
Prevent Burnout During the Holiday Season Everyday life can be hectic enough without the added pressure of the holidays, which can also be a source of major stress and burnout for many people. Burnout isn’t just about being tired; it’s emotional, mental and physical depletion caused by prolonged stress. However, with some planning and self-care, […]
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Safety Matters | Participating in a Safe Patient Handling Committee
Participating in a Safe Patient Handling Committee Whether it’s due to age, illness or injury, some patients in health care settings may struggle with their mobility. These patients usually require assistance to perform daily tasks, including sitting up, standing and walking. When helping patients with such tasks, it’s important for health care employees like you […]
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Legal Update | DOL Clarifies FMLA Leave Calculation for Shift Workers With Overtime
DOL Clarifies FMLA Leave Calculation for Shift Workers With Overtime The U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) recent Opinion Letter FMLA2025-02-A responds to an employer’s question about how to calculate intermittent or reduced schedule leave under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). The question concerns correctional employees working 12-hour shifts plus mandatory and voluntary […]
Continue readingFMSCA | The 10 Most Common FMCSA Driver Violations During the 2025 Fiscal Year
The 10 Most Common FMCSA Driver Violations During the 2025 Fiscal Year The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) roadside inspections are examinations of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) and/or drivers conducted by Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP) inspectors. MCSAP inspectors conduct roadside inspections on CMVs and drivers to check that they are in compliance […]
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Work Comp Insights | Can Health Insurance Rebates Affect Workers’ Comp Premiums?
Can Health Insurance Rebates Affect Workers’ Comp Premiums? Since 2012, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has required insurers with a certain medical loss ratio (MLR) to issue a rebate to employers. Depending on the way the rebates are distributed, you may end up paying more for your workers’ compensation insurance. Medical Loss Ratio The MLR […]
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Influenza Health & Safety Tips
Influenza Health & Safety Tips During flu season, influenza is a real concern in our health care facility. You work closely and come in direct contact with patients and other staff frequently, which means germs and bacteria can spread easily from person to person. In addition, there is a chance you will face exposure with […]
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Legal Update | 2025 ACA Reporting: All Final Forms Released; Draft Instructions Available
2025 ACA Reporting: All Final Forms Released; Draft Instructions Available The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released the final 2025 forms for Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting under Internal Revenue Code Sections 6055 and 6056. While the final instructions have not yet been issued, draft instructions for 2025 are currently available. The 2025 Forms 1094-B […]
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Know Your Benefits | Primary Care Facts & Myths
Primary Care Facts and Myths Primary care is the starting point for most of your health care needs. Between annual checkups, preventive screenings and treatments for long-term conditions, a primary care provider (PCP) helps you stay on track. PCPs can also identify issues early, when they are easier and less costly to treat, and connect […]
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