Can You Refuse a Drug Test at Work?
When an employee is asked to take a drug test, whether it be for-cause or random, does the employee have the right to refuse?
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Maximize Productivity with Summer Office Hours
Discover how the right summer office hours for your business can boost productivity, enhance employee morale, improve retention, and support...
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
May 14, 2026
AI in the Workplace: Building a Smart, Defensible Policy
Create an effective AI in the Workplace Policy that promotes innovation, manages risk, ensures compliance, and guides employees on responsible AI...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Apr 24, 2026
Establishing a Zero-Tolerance Policy for Workplace Violence
Looking for a zero-tolerance workplace violence policy? Here's a sample policy, along with guidelines for your violence prevention plan.
Joey Eastwood, Stratus HR Human Resources Generalist
Mar 11, 2026
Clocked In Workers Should Not Leave Premises: Employer Liability for Accidents on Paid Breaks
Without these 3 preventive steps, an employer may be liable for any accidents that occur to employees who leave company premises on a paid break.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jan 6, 2025
10 Mistakes to Avoid When Picking Work Appropriate Halloween Costumes
Does your company allow Halloween costumes at work? Read these 10 tips on what NOT to wear to avoid crossing the line from creativity to...
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Oct 28, 2024
From Remote Work to Attendance Mandate: Implementing a Points-Based Attendance Policy
A points-based attendance policy motivates punctuality but allows for the occasional emergency, keeping productivity and your bottom line in check.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
May 21, 2024
Employee Handbook Check-Up: What to Review
Review these sections in your employee handbook and ensure your policies do not contain this language, which violates worker rights under the NLRA.
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Mar 14, 2024
Do Companies Really Need a Dress Code Policy?
While modern, successful tech CEOs wear hoodies and sneakers to work, there's actually a psychological benefit to having a company dress code policy.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Sep 22, 2023
