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Office of Disability Employment Policy - May 10, 2022
We’re committed to helping America’s employees and employers work together to promote workplace wellbeing — especially in light of the challenges of the past two years.
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#MentalHealthAtWork
Julie Su - May 09, 2022
Every year in America, 1 in 5 adults experiences some form of mental illness. We’re taking advantage of National Mental Health Awareness Month to highlight some of the ways we're promoting mental health at work.
April 2022 Jobs Report: Sustained Growth
Secretary Marty Walsh - May 06, 2022
In April 2022 the American economy added 428,000 jobs in the month of April, and the unemployment rate was 3.6 percent, unchanged from March.
Mothers’ Employment Two Years Later
Mark DeWolf, Liana Christin Landivar - May 06, 2022
Since COVID-19 became widespread in early 2020, mothers have experienced greater disruptions to their employment. Expanded access to paid family and medical leave, fair scheduling, improved compensation and greater investment in care infrastructure can help achieve a more equitable recovery.
6 Reasons to Contact the Wage and Hour Division
Jessica Looman - May 04, 2022
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division exists to protect workers. Learn how the Wage and Hour can help if you are experiencing paycheck problems.
Working Moms Need Access to Leave and Job Flexibility
Gretchen Livingston - May 03, 2022
The increase in job flexibilities and leave options during the pandemic made clear that in many cases, family-friendly work policies improve quality of life for workers while also allowing them to successfully perform their jobs.
At Job Corps, It's OK Not to be OK—and It's OK to Ask for Help
Rachel Torres - May 03, 2022
Job Corps is sending a message to our students: It’s OK not to be OK. It’s OK to ask for help.
#StandDown4Safety
Scott Ketcham - May 03, 2022
Fatalities related to fall hazards are far too common, particularly in the construction industry, where 351 workers died after falling at construction worksites in 2020, and many more were seriously injured. Fortunately, the hazards can be avoided, and employers can prevent falls with three simple steps.
Improving the FECA Claims Process for Federal Firefighters with Cancer, Heart and Lung Diseases
Christopher J. Godfrey - May 03, 2022
The Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs announced policy changes aimed at streamlining claims processing for federal firefighters with certain occupational illnesses.