Workplace pregnancy rights in Washington State
The new federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act went into effect June 27.
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Category: Newsletter
Toolkit — Wildfire & Extreme Heat Preparedness
It’s become almost a yearly event. Smoke from nearby wildfires hangs over the area, creating hazardous conditions for anyone working or enjoying the outdoors. how can you know when the air is too unhealthy for workers and your guests?
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New state minimum wage set at $15.74 for 2023
The state’s minimum wage will increase to $15.74 starting Jan. 1, 2023. The overtime thresholds will also increase to $57,293 for small employers and $65,478 for large employers. And don’t forget, also starting Jan. 1, most employers will need to include wage and salary information in job postings.
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How to prepare, respond and recover from a natural disaster
The number and severity of catastrophic weather events are on the rise. Government agencies from FEMA to the CDC and Ready.gov offer myriad resources for preparedness and recovery but none is geared specifically to restaurant operations. The National Restaurant Association Always Ready: Natural Disasters gleans the best practices from official sources and restaurant operators—including human resources and risk managers from independent restaurants and national brands—to share recommendations for what to do in advance, during and after a natural disaster.
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Seattle Mariners Industry Appreciation Night
The Mariners are hosting a Hospitality Industry Appreciation Day! Grab $20 Main Level and $10 View Level tickets to join your Washington Hospitality community for the Mariners playoff push as they take on the Texas Rangers on Tuesday, Sept. 27!
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5 things you need to know about California’s FAST Act
Governor Gavin Newsom signed the Fast-Food Accountability and Standards Recovery Act (FAST Act) into law this week. Here’s what you need to know about this new law, its impact on California restaurants, and the prospects of similar legislation becoming law in Washington.
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Monkeypox: What hoteliers need to know
While the risk of being exposed to monkeypox for hotel employees is low, the virus can be transmitted by touching contaminated objects such as bedding or clothing. New best practices from the American Hotel & Lodging Association and the Association for Linen Management highlight what you need to know to keep your employees and your guests safe.
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Tukwila minimum wage initiative qualifies for November ballot
An initiative sponsored by Raise the Wage Tukwila, received enough signatures to qualify for the November ballot. The initiative will now be considered by the Tukwila City Council meeting on July 11 where the council can adopt the initiative as written or place it on the November ballot. Final action will take place at the July 18 council meeting.
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Upcoming Events
Sep
27
Wed
10:00 am
Live webinar! Unlocking your bus...
Live webinar! Unlocking your bus...
Sep 27 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Join Tom O’Brien of Pacific Commercial Brokers at 10 a.m. Sept. 27 as he discusses preparing and valuing your business for a successful sale. During this webinar, Tom will discuss: steps to present your facility… Read More »
Oct
7
Sat
8:30 am
Spokane ServSafe Manager Class
@ Mt. Spokane High School
Spokane ServSafe Manager Class
@ Mt. Spokane High School
Oct 7 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
Registration deadline: Sept. 22 Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away. Member: $160 Non-member: $230 Our ServSafe Manager classes are offered in a one-day review format.… Read More »
Oct
9
Mon
8:30 am
Tacoma ServSafe Manager Class
@ Bargreen Ellingson
Tacoma ServSafe Manager Class
@ Bargreen Ellingson
Oct 9 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
Registration deadline: Sept. 25 Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away. Member: $160 Non-member: $230 Our ServSafe Manager classes are offered in a one-day review… Read More »
8:30 am
Vancouver ServSafe Manager Class
@ Bleu Door Bakery
Vancouver ServSafe Manager Class
@ Bleu Door Bakery
Oct 9 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
Registration deadline: Sept. 25 Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away. Member: $160 Non-member: $230 Our ServSafe Manager classes are offered in a one-day review format.… Read More »
Oct
11
Wed
10:00 am
Live webinar! Small business fa...
Live webinar! Small business fa...
Oct 11 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Did you know 66% of small business owners say they have come up short on funds? Maybe you applied for ERC funds and are still waiting for the IRS, or maybe you didn’t qualify for… Read More »
1:30 pm
L&I Webinar: Employer guide to w...
L&I Webinar: Employer guide to w...
Oct 11 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
***Third-party webinar*** The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) invites you to attend our Employer Guide to Workers’ Rights webinar to learn about the workplace rules and regulations enforced by the Employment Standards… Read More »
Oct
12
Thu
1:30 pm
L&I Webinar: Isolated worker pro...
L&I Webinar: Isolated worker pro...
Oct 12 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
***Third-party webinar*** This is an educational webinar to inform employers and employees about RCW 49.60.515, enacted by the Washington state legislature in 2019 to prevent sexual assault and sexual harassment against certain isolated workers in… Read More »
Oct
13
Fri
8:30 am
Everett ServSafe Manager Class
@ Evergreen Lanes
Everett ServSafe Manager Class
@ Evergreen Lanes
Oct 13 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
Registration deadline: Sept. 29 Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away. Member: $160 Non-member: $230 Our ServSafe Manager classes are offered in a one-day review format.… Read More »
Oct
18
Wed
10:00 am
L&I Webinar: White Collar Overti...
L&I Webinar: White Collar Overti...
Oct 18 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
**Third-party webinar** The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) invites you to attend a webinar about the overtime rules that took effect July 1, 2020, and the updated salary thresholds that took effect… Read More »
Nov
3
Fri
8:30 am
Seattle ServSafe Manager Class
@ Bargreen Ellingson
Seattle ServSafe Manager Class
@ Bargreen Ellingson
Nov 3 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
Registration deadline: Oct. 20 Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away. Member: $160 Non-member: $230 Our ServSafe Manager classes are offered in a one-day review… Read More »
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