Employees should turn off lights if they plan to leave a room for more than 15 minutes. Purchase Energy Star-rated light fixtures and bulbs, which use two-thirds less energy than normal lighting. Visit www.energystar.gov for more information. Install timers or motion sensors that shut off lights when no one is present. Purchase LED desk lamps […]
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Life tips – Cooking with Care
COOKING WITH CARE Foodborne illnesses are extremely dangerous to everyone but especially to the elderly. Since older adults have weakened immune systems, they get sicker from bacterial infections and cannot recover as quickly. Follow these tips to ensure that the food you serve is safe: Periodically check the temperatures of the refrigerator and freezer to […]
Asking for a pay raise
Asking for a Raise Preparation and attitude are essential Asking for a raise can be a intimidating experience, but often you need to ask to receive the compensation you deserve. A little preparation and the right attitude can help you receive the best outcome and ensure the meeting goes smoothly regardless of the decision. Preparation […]
Reduce the Paper Trail
Request that employees stop receiving unnecessary industry newsletters, magazines and junk mailings. Instead, sign up for e-mailings on industry-related topics and information, or check if various publications have an e-newsletter as an alternative to receiving a print version. Post employee manuals and policies online versus printing out paper copies of these documents. This makes […]
Let Employees Work Remotely
Offer a telecommuting option to employees and allow them to work from home when possible. Or, allow employees to work four 10-hour days instead of five 8-hour days. This will cut commuting down by 20 percent, plus can lower your energy bills.
Maintaining a healthy work environment
• Use nontoxic cleaning materials, biodegradable soaps and recycled paper or cloth towels. • Buy cleaning materials in bulk and recycle their containers. • Suggest that employees bring a plant into work for their desks to absorb indoor pollution. • Purchase furniture, carpeting and paints that are free of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).