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What You Need to Know About Drug, Alcohol, Cannabis Testing of

WEBWith the recent legalization of recreational cannabis use by adults, the Minnesota Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace Act (DATWA) was also amended, …

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Injured Employees

WEBToday’s workers’ compensation system provides payments to employees who suffer work-related injuries or diseases. It represents a compromise between the interests of the …

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Tips for Managing OSHA Inspections

WEBThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is the agency that enforces workplace safety regulations. Minnesota has a state OSHA program under …

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Stop Tick Bites to Prevent Lyme Disease

WEBWorkers' Compensation. MCIT workers’ compensation coverage pays for all benefits required of a member by the Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Act caused by …

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Update Existing Employer Drug-testing Policies

WEBWhen an employer enacts written work rules prohibiting the above conduct, the policy must contain the minimum information required under the Drug and Alcohol …

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Conducting Employee Accident and Injury Investigations for …

WEBConducting employee accident and injury investigations as soon as accidents or injuries are reported is a necessary part of determining compensability under the Workers’ Compensation Act.

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Providing Over-the-counter Medications to Employees

WEBWhether to authorize the provision of over-the-counter medications is a policy decision that employers should take after full consideration of the risks and benefits. For …

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Civilian Employees and Weapons on the Job: Increased Risks for …

WEBWorkers' Compensation. MCIT workers’ compensation coverage pays for all benefits required of a member by the Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Act caused by …

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How to Respond to a Ransomware Attack

WEBWorkers' Compensation. MCIT workers’ compensation coverage pays for all benefits required of a member by the Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Act caused by …

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Individual’s Right to Service Animal in Public Service Versus

WEBPublic Services. Under Title II of the ADA, state and local government services, programs and activities (“public services”) must modify policies, practices or …

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Workers' Compensation

WEBMinnesota’s workers’ compensation system represents a compromise between the interests of the employer and the employee. The law: Provides the exclusive remedy for work …

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Public Works Loss Prevention Best Practices Guide

WEBFebruary 15, 2023. Share: MCIT developed the Public Works Loss Prevention Best Practices Guide to provide members information and recommendations to help …

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Law Changes Health Insurance Continuation, Other Rules for PTSD …

WEBThe Minnesota Legislature passed a law (2023 Minn. Laws. ch. 48) during the 2023 session that makes changes to the Public Employees Retirement Association …

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How to Ensure an Employee Recognition, Wellness Program Is …

WEBMCIT recently presented the virtual risk management workshop “Ethics and Public Purpose Doctrine for Public Entities.” Attendees asked several questions about …

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Hearing Conservation Plans

WEBThe OSHA Hearing Conservation Plan is designed to address factors contributing to potential hearing loss. The primary question to address is whether the …

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Workers’ Compensation Coverage for Volunteers

WEBUnder the Workers’ Compensation Act, a volunteer performing public health services can be covered for workers’ compensation. In Section 176.011, subdivision 9 (a), clauses (9) and (25), the Legislature has expanded the definition of “employee” to include volunteers acting in the emergency management capacity described above.

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The ABC’s of JPEs: A Joint Powers Analysis and Worksheet

WEBJoint powers entity . This is an area that may create significant risk. Failing clearly to intentions and procedures with respect . to employees may result in misunderstandings and

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Open Meeting Law FAQ: Can Public Entities Hold Meetings …

WEBEditor’s Note: This is an installment in an occasional series of questions MCIT receives from members regarding the Minnesota Open Meeting Law. Members …

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