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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.
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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.
Fastest Growing Jobs in the Federal Government
Ryan Farrell, Maria Hussain - May 02, 2022
During Public Service Recognition Week, we’re recognizing the hardworking people who make up our federal workforce and looking to federal workers of the future.
Own a Small Business? We’re Here to Help
Doug Parker, Ali Khawar, Raj Nayak - May 02, 2022
The U.S. Department of Labor is proud to support the Small Business Administration’s National Small Business Week. We help connect small businesses to apprenticeship and skills training programs, workplace safety and health resources, wage and hour guidance, health care and retirement planning, employment resources for people with disabilities—and much more.
Hurricane Season Is Coming -- Prepare Now to Keep Your Workers Safe
Lee Anne Jillings - May 02, 2022
Hurricane season is coming, and the time to prepare is now. Here are five steps employers can take to protect their workers before hurricane season kicks off.
HBCUs as a Path to Public Service
Office of Public Affairs - Apr 29, 2022
Historically Black Colleges and Universities have created pathways of opportunity for generations of professionals. We spoke with several of our colleagues about how their college experience laid the groundwork for a career at the Department of Labor.
Outlook and Wages for Occupations Associated with Disaster Relief
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Apr 29, 2022
For National Hurricane Preparedness Week, we are highlighting 10 occupations in which workers may help before, during or after catastrophic events.