Archive for the ‘Human Resources’ Category

The pitfalls of using social networking or other online searches to screen for job applicants.

Well, the day is here.  The day that we have exposed ourselves to the world and then scream for privacy rights.  The fact of the matter is that we have placed our photos, our actions, our kids, likes, dislikes, political interest and some things that we should never share.  All of this is fine, until [...]

I want to job shadow, not intern, how many hours can I explore the job?

For schools, the answer lies in Education Code 51769(b).  To be a job shadower you would need to spend between 3 hours and 25 hours exploring a career at the workplace.  More than that and you risk becoming an intern…. Education Code 51769 (b) For purposes of this section, “job shadowing experience” means a visit [...]

Do employees have a right to access health and safety records?

The answer is “yes”. They do and it is covered under California Title 8 (Cal-OSHA) Section 3204(e)(2). (e) Access to Records. (1) General. (A) Whenever an employee or designated representative requests access to a record, the employer shall assure that access is provided in a reasonable time, place, and manner, but in no event later [...]

Job Accomodation Meetings – When do I have to hold one?

Once an employer is notified of permanent restrictions that appear to conflict with the essential functions of the employee’s job, they are required by state and federal law (as well as it covering the 1st step in VR as in looking at Alt / Mod) to hold an interactive process / accommodation meeting. At this [...]

Tuberculosis Testing in Schools

California Education Code Section 49406 governs employees of school districts and the requirement for tuberculosis testing.  The code requires that no one shall be initially employeed without the TB test. Ed Code. 49406.  (a) Except as provided in subdivision (h), no person shall be initially employed by a school district in a certificated or classified [...]