February 2010 Newsletter
This Issue
Public Holidays
Incoming calls to Employers Assistance Ltd highlight the confusion over Public Holidays and who is entitled to what ... read more...
Minimum Wage Increased
The Government has moved to increase the adult minimum wage from $12.50 to $12.75 in line with the Consumer Price Index, Minister of Labour Kate Wilkinson announced 27/01/10. The training and new entrants' minimum wages will increase from $10 to $10.20.The new minimum wage rates will come into effect on April 1, 2010.... If you would like more detailed information on how the minimum wage is applied ... read more...
OSH News
Please don't think you are covered by insurance - Employer Fined & Has To Pay $55,000 After OSH Prosecution. A Tauranga company has been fined $55,000 and the employee awarded $20,000 in compensation after an accident with a saw ... read more...
Drug & Alcohol Workshop
Employers Assistance Ltd is running a series of Drug & Alcohol advanced training workshops for in Albany. The workshops are 5 hours and they are designed for Managers and Supervisors. The next one will be held on Thursday 25th February in Albany. For more information and booking ... read more...
First Aid in the Workplace
Employers are required to take all practicable steps to ensure first aid facilities are provided under the Health and Safety in Employment Regulations 1995... read more...
First Aid Training Available at EAL
Employers Assistance Ltd runs a series of First Aid Training courses and you are invited to send an employee or two for training. The next course (8 hours full course or 4 hours refresher) is Wednesday March 24th, 2010 in Titirangi. For more information and booking ... read more...
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