Confused about how to implement the new California sick pay legislation? Candy Messer, President of Affordable Bookkeeping & Payroll, will guide you through all the rules and regulations of this important new state mandate on Tuesday, May 12th, 2015 in Torrance, CA.

Here are a few topics that will be discussed:

1. What employers are subject to this law?
2. How is vacation tracked/earned?
3. When does the law take effect?
4. When can an employee use sick pay?
5. Can the sick pay be cashed out at the end of the year?

Click HERE to register.

Here’s a flyer for the workshop:

You won’t be disappointed! Make sure to sign up and hear what knowledge Candy has to share.

-JK

Combine your workplace wellness program with your risk management and safety program and you could see big savings on your workers’ compensation costs.

Workers’ compensation is one of a business’ largest operational expenses—and costs are on the rise. According to the Insurance Information Institute, medical costs will account for up to 67 percent of total costs of workers’ compensation claims by 2019.

Integrating workplace wellness with your risk management program can help you control workers’ compensation claim costs by reducing both return-to-work days and the frequency and severity of claims. Not only will you see savings in your employee health care benefits, but you’ll also see a drop in the medical costs associated with workers’ compensation claims.

Workplace wellness programs often focus on risk factors such as smoking and obesity, which lead to higher health insurance premiums. But weight management and fitness also affect on-the-job safety and are risk factors for accidents as well. By integrating your risk management program with your workplace wellness program, you can focus on the total wellbeing of your workers—improving their personal health and fitness while also preventing work-related injuries and illnesses.

So where do you start with integrating these two programs to create one healthy workplace culture? Or what if you don’t even have a wellness program in place yet? Every company is different, and there is not a one-size-fits-all approach that will work for every employer. Consider making a series of small changes first. Start a walking program, which is usually little or no cost. Put healthy food options in the vending machine. Or offer on-site weight management and smoking cessation counseling. Work toward creating a program that tracks participants’ progress.

If you need assistance getting started, I have a variety of workplace wellness resources and tools, in addition to resources to reduce workers’ compensation costs. You’re welcome to contact me if you would like to discuss.

-JCK

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