Keeping Injured Workers Engaged
Modified duties allow injured workers to return to work at the earliest opportunity. This not only aids in the workers overall recovery but also provides workers the opportunity to maintain existing positive working relationships while reinforcing job attachment. From the employer’s perspective, modified work reduces the costs associated with claims and the replacement and re-training of a temporary employee.
Paid Sick Days in BC
In Canada, employees have access to a wide range of legislated leaves, and employers have to manage the administrative requirements of each type, guarantee compliance, all while ensuring privacy and confidentiality are adhered to. This can
Mental Health in the Workplace
I was recently honoured to be one of the keynotes at the BC Road Builders & Heavy Construction Associations “Year in Review”, and it could not be a more timely topic for 2020 than “Mental Health in the Workplace”.
Talking Cannabis
TALKING CANNABIS: Recreational vs Medical? Duty to Accommodate? Safety Sensitive Workplace? More Questions than Answers? Call Sarkany. We’re your HR Business Partner.
The Cannabis Cultural Shift
Today, recreational cannabis will become officially legal. The ramifications on Canadian public policy, and specifically employers, are just coming into focus
First, from an employer’s perspective, there is a significant difference in the way someone can manage medical cannabis (marijuana) in the workplace versus recreational.
Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol Testing
In your hiring practices are you relying on a lab or doctor’s recommendations in determining the fitness or abilities of prospective employees? Then beware, and be aware! There are legal considerations that need to be taken into account.