Larry Hannappel, Author at Apprentice Personnel

The spread of coronavirus is an immediate concern for all. But after COVID-19 is defeated, employee safety will be back in the spotlight at OSHA.

OSHA Plans More Workplace Inspections for COVID-19

OSHA is planning to increase workplace inspections in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and has revised its enforcement policy for recordable cases of the virus. Earlier this year, OSHA said it would require only employers in the health care industry, emergency response organizations and correctional institutions to make work-related determinations of COVID-19 cases. All other employers were exempt except in …

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5 Ways Temporary Staffing Can Help You Control Costs

Recruitment, Employment, Regulations / By Larry Hannappel

We’re all interested in making sure operating margins are as healthy as they can be, whether clambering back from COVID-19 or at any other time. Turning to temporary staffing is an obvious way to control costs. We talked recently in this space about how a temporary employment agency can help you reduce the risk of hiring mistakes. Here …

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The $2 trillion stimulus package passed by Congress in late March includes a big expansion of both the length and amount of unemployment insurance, or UI, available.

Unemployment Benefits Expanded For COVID-19

Compensation, Employment / By Larry Hannappel

We know that work is scarce and times are challenging. We also know that this, too, shall pass. Until it does, until this coronavirus pandemic is defeated, you may have lost your job or had your hours slashed. The good news is that the $2 trillion stimulus package passed by Congress in late March includes a big expansion …

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5 Mistakes That Will Hurt Your Chances of Landing the Next Temp Assignment

Job Openings, Recruitment / By Larry Hannappel

Congratulations! You’ve been hired for a temporary assignment in the field you love and the pay is solid. So how can you be sure you keep the job? Here are five mistakes that you don’t want to make. 1. Not Arriving on Time Getting to work on time isn’t something you want to do only on your first day …

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Some employers are rethinking hiring people with criminal backgrounds, reflecting a movement to provide jobs to workers looking for a second chance.

Giving Workers with Criminal Backgrounds a Second Chance

Recruitment, Job Openings / By Larry Hannappel

By Larry Hannappel The nationwide talent shortage has prompted some employers to rethink hiring people with a criminal background, reflecting a movement to provide jobs to workers looking for a second chance. A background check, of course, can be one of the most important tools in finding the best job candidates. (Apprentice Personnel has the highest level …

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As far as pay-equity laws go, Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act will be one of the toughest when it goes into effect Jan. 1, 2021.

How to Comply with Colorado’s New Pay-Equity Law

Compensation, Employment / By Larry Hannappel

As far as equal-pay laws go, Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act will be one of the toughest when it goes into effect Jan. 1, 2021. Employers at the moment have about a year to get things right, including making sure their notices are in order. In the simplest terms, each job posting will …

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What to Look for in a Temporary Employment Agency

Recruitment / By Larry Hannappel

Say you’re looking for a temporary employment agency. Great! But where do you start? With so many agencies around, how do you know which to call? Which are the reputable ones and which should you avoid? It can be overwhelming, we know. Temporary jobs, of course, can be a great way to gain experience, try out a …

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Happy Workers, Happy Customers, Improved Profits

Employment, Recruitment / By Larry Hannappel

Does anyone doubt that happy employees can boost your company’s bottom line? Just ask GM. Its workers went out on strike in mid-September in a stoppage that could cost the company as much as $50 million per day in earnings. We’re not saying GM should give its union members everything they’re demanding, but there’s no doubt …

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There’s no shortage of opportunities to make HR mistakes. Here, we take a look at five common problem areas and what you can do to avoid or correct them.

Don’t Make These 5 HR Mistakes

Training, Employment, Job Openings / By Larry Hannappel

Whether temporary or permanent, your employees are a large part of your business success. But what if they aren’t happy? If they aren’t happy, you can bet your customers aren’t either. There’s no shortage of opportunities to make HR mistakes. Here, we take a look at five common problem areas and what you can do to avoid or correct them. …

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6 Ways to Be a Better Co-Worker

Employment, Job Openings / By Larry Hannappel

If your workplace profile needs polishing, keep this list handy. It’ll help remove any doubts about your commitment and ability to be a better co-worker.

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