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E Cigarettes at work - should they be banned?

A number of household name employers already do this but care has to be taken in any approach towards what is a relatively new product. There is the strong possibility that some of these products will eventually regulated as medicines. And a new European Directive is on the way defining these medical issues. Many smokers use E Cigarettes as a substitute for tobacco products. They usually heat nicotine, propylene glycol and flavouring agents into a vapour which the user inhales.  Companies marketing e-cigarettes usually give the impression that they can be used almost anywhere, including in the workplace, where traditional cigarettes are banned. E-cigarette manufacturers also promote the idea that using these products – ‘vaping’ as it is sometimes called - does not have the same harmful effects as conventional smoking. But these claims have come under tough scrutiny. Most recently the World Health Organisation (WHO) published a report into the use, health effects and options for

Data Protection 2014/15 Important Changes

Huge changes to Data Protection legislation looks certain for 2015 – Most driven by the European Union desire to unify protection across boundaries, cut red tape and empower national law officers to impose much bigger fines on offending employers. More on that in the coming months but right now all UK based managers, HR personnel and data controllers need to focus on recent court rulings that impact on: A person’s name and e-mails Stealing data Enforced subject access Right to be forgotten It is imperative that all UK businesses and organisations ensure their managers and HR teams maintain a current understanding of the latest laws that impact on business operations, staff behaviours and employment issues.  Concrew Trainings one-day workshops provide high quality high value solutions for all.  More details at http://concrew-training.co.uk/courses/legislation All our workshops are regularly updated to ensure they reflect the very latest in legislation and good pra

Meeting individual students' needs better

How many students are still failing courses or dropping out or generally dis-engaged because they have a hidden disability or psychological condition has gone unnoticed, has been identified too late, or the the teaching, tutoring and training teams have lacked the specialist knowledge on their individual condition to support them effectively?  Concrew Training's one-day workshop provides a strong background understanding of the symptoms and signs that front line teaching, training and support teams need to look out for and guidance on when to seek more specialist support. http://concrew-training.co.uk/courses/individual-students-needs   For those looking for a more detailed understanding of specific special needs Concrew Training also offers workshops in a range of areas. http://concrew-training.co.uk/courses/special-needs Book your next training session now ! #edchat #teachers #learning #school #teaching #eduaction #FE #furthereducation

Teaching - The workload challenge Initiative

The Deputy Prime Minister has launched " The Workload Challenge" a new initiative inviting teachers to have their say  on the causes of unnecessary workload and what government should do about it. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-support-for-public-sector-workers #edchat #teachers #learning #edtech #school #education #fe 

Managers convicted following employee's suicide

I have just come across this report on a case in Sweden, it highlights, clearly, the importance all Managers need to pay to working conditions, staff moral and well being.   http://www.internationallawoffice.com/newsletters/detail.aspx?g=425b0403-412b-4153-b679-5e65ebfccdb1 For those organisations and business that think their managers and staff would benefit from refresher training on employment law and ways to avoid conflicts and disputes please contact Concrew Training.   www.concrew-training.co.uk Ian Hirst Concrew Training #hr #humanresource #management #leadership #ceo #business #edchat #ukemplaw #entrepreur

10 Tips for Managing Redundancies Effectively

1.     Make sure the redundancy is genuine  2.     Ensure all those involved are properly trained a.      Senior Managers and Directors b.     Operation Managers and HR staff c.      Employee representatives 3.     Consult fully and properly a.      Ensure representatives and those involved have access to all necessary information 4.     Adhere to the law and the latest in good practice 5.     Publish and follow redundancy procedures closely 6.     Have clear concise fair and objective selection criteria a.      Avoid discrimination b.     Be seen to be fair, reasonable and caring 7.     Ensure clarity on the groups redundancy will be selected from 8.     Explore alternative options to compulsory redundancy a.      alternative roles or duties b.     Voluntary redundancy 8. Calculate redundancy payments and entitlements correctly 9. Plan for dismissal meetings and appeals 10. Have a plan to support and counsel staff including those not directly inv

More Employment Legislation on the way

Eversheds, one of the world’s largest corporate law firms has just published a summary of the various UK political parties plans for future employment law amendments.   see their summary via the link below http://www.eversheds.com/global/en/what/articles/index.page?ArticleID=en/Employment_and_labour_law/UK_HR_e-briefing_Employment_law_news_from_the_party_conferences_October_2014 #HR #humanresource #ceo #business #entrepreneur #edchat #leadership #learning #training