Tag: Workplace Safety

9 SpaceX employees were fired for raising complaints in 2022

On raising complaints in an open letter, nine employees of SpaceX were terminated in 2022. Of these, eight went on to file cases of...

How audio analytics can play a crucial role in workplace safety

Disputes can break out in any corner of the workplace. In fact, many of us will be accustomed to a lot of shouting and...

EU to update workplace safety rules

The European Commission is considering to update its worker safety rules for workplaces, now that the pandemic has changed the very way of working....

Amazon’s working conditions under scrutiny yet again

Recent reports reveal that the injury rates at Amazon’s warehouses in the US are way above the industry average—three times more. The American multinational...

Singapore to halve workplace fatality rate by 2028: Is India even...

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced that the country is targeting a 50 per cent reduction in workplace fatality rate, to under 1.0, in a decade.

Workplace injuries may be averted through a smartphone app

Scientists are apparently developing a new smartphone app that can help reduce the risk of injuries in employees whose work requires repetitive motions.

Better safe than sorry

World Safety Day was observed on April 28, followed by the UN Global Safety Week scheduled from May 4–10. Organisations across the nation used this as an opportunity to review their organisational safety measures and reinforce among their employees and business associates the need to be safe and well.

How this energy company is championing employee inclusivity & engagement

In today’s competitive business landscape, fostering an inclusive and engaging work environment is not just a feel-good initiative; it’s a strategic imperative. Jakson Green,...

Trident’s Asmita leaves blossom into inclusive workplaces

Forget the tired trope of corporate activism. In the heart of India's textile industry, Trident, a manufacturing company, is quietly weaving a revolution in...

Harness.io: Cultivating a talent powerhouse in the tech crucible

The tech scene, be it in India or San Francisco, is equally crucible, fiercely competitive and unforgiving. In both the landscapes, attracting and retaining...
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Engagement is outdated: The future of success lies in ‘employee involvement’

In the ever-evolving landscape of the contemporary workplace, a profound metamorphosis is underway, challenging the conventional emphasis on employee engagement. This paradigm shift posits...

H-1B visa holders can fight visa-denial case if employers commit fraud

If Indian H-1B visa holders find that their visa is about to be revoked just because their employer has been found to have indulged...

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No variable pay to employees with less than 60% attendance: TCS

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has introduced a new policy tying employees' quarterly variable pay to their in-office attendance. Now, employees with attendance below 60...

Did Lufthansa incur huge losses due to strikes by staff?

Lufthansa Group apparently posted losses to the tune of €849 million in March 2024, whereas its losses in Q1 of 2023 were only €273...

Nike lets go 740 from Oregan HQ to cut costs

Sportswear firm, Nike is all set to reduce staff strength at its Oregon headquarters by 740. This is part of a cost-cutting exercise because...

Freixenet to cut 80% roles

In a stark response to the relentless drought crippling Catalonia's Penedes region, Freixenet, the Spanish cava (wine) producer, unveils a drastic plan. The company...

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Data analytics and not technology will redefine HR

Q. How satisfying has been your professional journey of 39 years? A. It has been a bagful of mixed experiences. At times I have been...

EQ, IQ & empathy define the success of a CEO

Q. You spent 16 years at LIC before moving to a corporate role at ICICI Prudential. Now, 22 years on, I am still curious...

“The big change has been that we have moved from jobs to skills,” Amaresh...

Q. How would you define the culture at GE? A. Having been present in this region since 1902, GE has been around for 120 years....
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