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COVID-19 Extension of Certain Group Health Benefit Plan Timeframes & Optional FSA Changes

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak and resulting national emergency declarations, the U.S.

Chardae Heim Jun 04 2020 in Agriculture

Cal/OSHA Provides Steps to Prevent Heat Illness & Spread of COVID-19 on Farms

In light of the National Weather Service’s excessive heat warnings for high temperatures, Cal/OSHA is reminding all employers with outdoor workers to take the necessary steps to prevent heat illness.

Jason Resnick Jun 04 2020 in Health and Safety Rules

USDA Announces CFAP Webinar for Specialty Crop Producers

On June 9, at 12:00 p.m. PT, USDA will host a webinar for specialty crop producers interested in learning more about the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) and how to submit additional commodities for USDA consideration through the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) process.

Cory Lunde Jun 04 2020 in Agriculture

CMTA Unveils PPE Web Portal

The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) is soft-launching the SafelyMakingCA.org web portal to connect employers across the state to California manufacturers making non-medical grade Personal Protective Equipment (PP

Cory Lunde Jun 04 2020 in Work Place Regulations

PPP Fix Passes Congress, Heads to President’s Desk

Late Wednesday, the Senate passed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act, which had previously passed the House. The bill is now set for President Trump’s signature.

Cory Lunde Jun 04 2020 in Legislative

Latest Events

Human Resource Professional In Agriculture (HRPA) Certification Program

We are pleased to announce that the Agricultural Personnel Management Association (APMA) will be offering a series of courses in Oxnard designed specifically for agricultural human resources professionals and others who address personnel matters for their company. Classes can be taken individual

April 9, 2020 - 9:00am to July 30, 2020 - 3:30pm

WGIS Let's Grow Roadshow - Oxnard - Leave Laws

The topic covered in this roadshow will be Federal and State Leave Laws. This training will discuss the Family Medical and Leave Act (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA), Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL), and New Parent Leave Act (NPLA). In addition, you will learn:

June 16, 2020 - 8:00am to 10:30am

WGIS Let's Grow Roadshow - Oxnard - Food Safety

In this highly requested food safety training, you will discover if your business is ready for a regulatory visit and learn more about the claims side of things, should a contamination event occur. Expect to gain insights from your peers while hearing more about the following:

June 25, 2020 - 8:00am to 10:30am