Labor
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Supreme Court won't rule on rest break pay
DOL regulations require that workers be paid for breaks lasting 20 minutes or less. But employers remain free to set certain limits.
By Katie Scheu • June 12, 2018
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BLS contingent worker report sparks confusion
Observers of the gig economy viewed the report with some trepidation, as it directly contradicts data independent groups released.
By Kathryn Moody • June 08, 2018
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Ring: NLRB will publish joint-employment rule 'by this summer'
Employers may finally get actionable, long-awaited guidance on a compliance issue that has created confusion for many.
By Ryan Golden • June 06, 2018
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Commercial zoning counterproposal coming to New York City Council
The draft legislation aims to bring desired labor and environmental reform to the industry, while still maintaining an open market system.
By Cole Rosengren • June 04, 2018
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An employment upheaval may be in store, with automation charting the course
Government and businesses are increasingly teaming up to prepare for the future of work, hoping to remain competitive and prepare workers for this expected wave of automation.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 30, 2018
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Employers may soon face a workforce that's young or old — with little in between
Multi-generation workforces challenge employers to come up with benefits offerings that meet the various and distinct needs of each group.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 25, 2018
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Deep DiveHow to know whether — and when — your workforce is ready for AR
Your employees may be more ready than you think, experts say.
By Riia O'Donnell • May 22, 2018
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ICE worksite investigations are already double that of last year
ICE's enforcement efforts should come as no surprise, as the agency began warning employers last year that it planned to at least quadruple investigations.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 16, 2018
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Rubicon, Georgia Tech to develop exoskeleton for waste collectors
The futuristic tech will aim to make waste slinging "safer" and "more efficient" by identifying and supporting parts of the body that are under strain.
By Kristin Musulin • May 14, 2018
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Facing driver shortage, Waste Management turns to job fairs, bonuses
The talent gap also has forced the company to abandon its promise to compost yard waste in one city, sending it directly to the landfill.
By Riia O'Donnell • May 11, 2018
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NLRB considers rulemaking to settle joint-employer uncertainty
The move could bring the end of the Browning-Ferris standard and years of drama surrounding joint employment.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 10, 2018
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Maryland Gov. Hogan signs Slow Down to Get Around law
The legislation requires drivers approaching the rear of a collection truck to change lanes or slow down.
By Kristin Musulin • May 09, 2018
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Waste Connections CEO says M&A pipeline as strong as he's ever seen
During the first quarter call, executives highlighted multiple new deals, recycling outlooks and their thoughts on the art of pricing.
By Cole Rosengren • May 04, 2018
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Advanced Disposal continues steady growth
The company has amassed strength heading into 2018, with good news on just about every front except recycling.
By Cole Rosengren • May 03, 2018
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Few employees say they have a 'great job,' new Gallup report shows
Those with a great job were allowed to do what they do best, had the tools to perform their jobs effectively and had a job with a strong mission and purpose.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 02, 2018
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Inside Republic's safety culture and technology outlook
After Republic was honored at NWRA's Driver of the Year awards, Senior VP of Safety Jim Olson shared high expectations for companywide driver success.
By Cole Rosengren • May 01, 2018
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Q&A
Catching up with 'king' of the industry Jim Fish
Waste Dive spoke to the industry's most high-profile CEO on the truth about recycling, bonuses vs. wages, a "moonshot" emissions reduction plan and more.
By Cole Rosengren • April 26, 2018
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Expert tips on finding and retaining recycling industry talent
Recruiters recommend focusing on generational differences and marketing workplace culture.
By Katie Pyzyk • April 26, 2018
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4 topics that are top of mind for the industry's leading CEOs
WasteExpo's investor summit offers a rare chance to hear executives discussing the latest trends together and in public.
By Cole Rosengren • April 25, 2018
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Report: AI poised to retrain workers, not replace them
In a poll of 360 senior executives from North and Latin America, Asia Pacific and Europe, 75% of respondents plan to retrain their employees who have been displaced by machine learning.
By Riia O'Donnell • April 25, 2018
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SWANA: Industry fatality count rose to 132 in 2017
According to internal tracking, the association says the incidents last year included 38 workers and 94 members of the public.
By Cole Rosengren • April 18, 2018
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UPDATE: RePower to break ground on new South Carolina project
The mixed waste processing facility has experienced some permitting delays, but is still on track for its planned opening.
By Cole Rosengren , Cody Boteler • April 17, 2018
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UPDATE: Senate confirms Trump administration pick to lead National Labor Relations Board
The news means a path to revisiting key labor issues, like the joint employer standard, has been at least partially restored.
By Kathryn Moody , Ryan Golden • April 13, 2018
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Slow Down to Get Around advances in several states
Kansas, Maryland and Ohio all saw safety bills move forward as legislative sessions came to an end.
By Cody Boteler • April 12, 2018
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Study: Employees want real-time reviews
More than half of employees in a recent survey said they want reviews at least once a month, and nearly all want managers to address performance issues and development opportunities in real-time.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • April 11, 2018