Sentences with phrase «protect workers by»

We're confident that New York's Attorney General will continue to protect workers by enforcing our labor laws to the fullest.»

«Any 421a bill has to both create affordable housing and protect workers by providing a real prevailing wage,» she said.

The software is used by EHS professionals — doctors, nurses, safety and environmental professionals, and industrial hygienists employed by corporations — to protect workers by analyzing hazards in these dangerous workplaces.

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«By instituting reforms that better protect and incentivize innovators, motivate more entrepreneurial startups to enter and compete against established firms, and encourage workers to seek employment opportunities that are best matched to their skillset, the Administration aims to foster productivity growth,» the report says.

The move could drive up the price of imported vehicles, and as a result protect vehicles made by American workers.

The source said the pay cap was brought in to «deal with the mess we inherited from Labour» and acknowledged the «hard work and sacrifice» made by public sector workers, saying jobs had been protected and the deficit reduced by three quarters.

The rise in contract workers, such as Uber drivers, or those who work temporary positions for companies means that many U.S. workers are not protected by these laws.

The only problem is that it's still legal to fire LGBT employees in 28 states where such workers aren't covered by state laws that protect various minorities from discrimination on the job, as well as in housing and public accommodations.

And a 2010 survey by the Institute for Women's Policy Research revealed nearly half of US workers reported they were either «contractually forbidden or strongly discouraged» from discussing pay with coworkers (although, as of 2014, 10 states had passed laws protecting employees» rights to discuss salaries).

To drive down labor costs, a company replaces a regulated, protected class of worker (members of a union) with a non-protected worker (by relocating to non-union states or countries with a lower labor cost).

Uber uses technology to drive down the cost of labor by replacing a regulated, protected class of worker (in this case, taxi drivers) with a non-protected worker (in this case, anyone with a driver's license and decent car).

The tourism town, where the majority of Miami - Dade's estimated 11,500 housekeepers and other hotel workers are employed, may soon be the nation's next city to enact laws aimed at protecting hotel workers from assault or improper advances by hotel guests.

Despite the fact that the loan guarantees were approved by Congress mainly to protect jobs at Chrysler, the company has sent home nearly half of its employees, cutting its white collar work force by 20,000 and laying off 42,600 of its hourly workers since the loan guarantees were signed into law.

It would be far more difficult if Liaoning's unemployed workers couldn't migrate to where the jobs are, and if provinces like Fujian protected their residents by restricting immigration.

Develop responsible contracting standards for service contracts to ensure that cafeteria workers, janitors, security officers and other onsite service workers are paid a livable wage, receive benefits equitable to those received by directly employed workers, have the right to a voice at work without fear of discrimination or retaliation, do not suffer mass layoffs when contracts change hands, and are protected from misclassification and other forms of wage theft;

Mr. Zalesne said he was not sure how many, if any, of the 295 workers at his company's facilities, which fabricate steel for projects like the rebuilding of the World Trade Center site, are protected by DACA.

Canada's unions are marking the fifth anniversary of the Rana Plaza disaster by urging Canadian companies to commit to protecting and promoting the human rights of textile workers.

Patrick Colford concludes by saying: «The New Brunswick Federation of Labour will be looking for political party's platforms to include commitments for improving labour laws so that all workers are entitled to paid sick leave, investing in public services to protect society's most vulnerable citizens and adopting pay equity legislation that covers the private sector.»

By: Marleny Arnoldi 26th January 2018 For operational sustainability in the mining industry, mining decisionmakers need to take a proactive approach to protect and promote worker health, supporting productivity and to reduce legal liabilities associated with occupational disease.

The In campaign is urging Britain to remain in the European Union, saying it promotes security and peace by uniting countries which were previously at war, encourages economic prosperity through its free trade agreement, and passes laws which protect workers and environment.

This is the reality faced by millions of women who consider abortions each year, and the sad irony is the same pro-life politicians who want to force them to have their babies typically oppose raising the minimum wage, ensuring paid sick leave and parental leave for all American workers, and protecting the 20 million people who can finally afford health insurance thanks to the Affordable Care Act.

First, although I am a prison chaplain, I am a correctional worker first, and am there to protect and serve the community by helping maintain the safe and orderly operation of the prison.

This is what James Eadie QC, Cameron's Government's expensive barrister, told the court (on his behalf): that the refusal to allow an NHS nurse and a British Airways worker to visibly wear a crucifix at work «did not prevent either of them practising religion in private», which would be protected by human rights law.

That means helping farmers, forest managers and tourism businesses realize greater economic benefits by ensuring ecosystems within and around their operations are protected, and that their workers are well - trained and enjoy safe conditions, proper sanitation, health care and housing.

This is the Turnbull government that's stood by and done absolutely nothing when it comes to ensuring that workers» penalty rates for working on Sundays in retail and hospitality industries are protected.

In addition, the WHO Code states that it is the responsibility of health workers to advise mothers on infant feeding — first and foremost by encouraging and protecting breastfeeding, secondly to inform the mother about appropriate alternatives (advantages and disadvantages) which include instructions on how to prepare infant formula in a correct way.

As well as protecting the right of the mother / child dyad to breastfeed and ensuring mothers who use formula have accurate independent information, it is necessary to ensure mothers have support from health care systems, health workers and mother - support groups, who are not compromised by conflicts of interest.

Penang, Malaysia; ICDC (International Code Documentation Centre), March 2009 IBFAN breakdown of the Code, by section IBFAN Penang (ICDC) Health Workers Guide to the Code - 11th edition, Jan 2010, completely rewritten and updated IBFAN Training Courses on the Code ICDC Focus, The Code and infant feeding in emergencies UNICEF 2007, Protecting Breastfeeding in West and Central Africa: 25 years implementing the International Code of marketing of breastmilk substitutes (authors Sokol E, Aguayo V, Clark D) WHO 1981, International code of marketing of breast - milk substitutes.

Recognizing the key role in protecting and promoting breastfeeding played by health workers, particularly nurses, midwives and those in child health / family planning programmes, and the significance of the counselling and support provided by mothers groups;

The court said UK law did not need to explicitly protect religious clothing and symbols but ruled that employers» wish to project a corporate image had to be balanced by their workers» desire to manifest their faith.

Eagle put the chancellor in an awkward spot by asking if he agreed with the Brexit - supporting Tory minister Priti Patel or with Unite boss Len McCluskey on the need to protect workers» rights.

Social workers operate at the fault lines of democracy - and now we must protect those put at risk by a Tory government

At various points, he recognizes the legitimacy of all four common justifications of market regulation: to protect workers from exploitation, to protect consumers, to protect third parties harmed by market transactions (through externalities), and to preserve the stability of the economy or society as a whole (e.g., through regulation of the financial sector).

Established in 1972, the LCLAA has served as a national grassroots organization formed by Latino labor leaders to secure and protect workers» rights and to advocate for a more diverse workforce.

«By forming a majority coalition, the bold leadership of the IDC — who throughout their existence have carried most of the legislation important to workers — protects the values and visions of the working - and middle - class and ensures that important policy advances in the Senate.

Where workers» rights are protected - when your food is produced by fully - trained staff working in safe and secure conditions - quality tends to be higher as the managers are forced to look for alternatives.

«A system of free movement is the best way to protect and advance the interests of all workers, by giving everyone the right to work legally, join a union and stand up to their boss without fear of deportation or destitution.»

Despite the promise of the Coalition Government to protect accrued pension rights, regardless of the outcome of the current Review of public sector pensions, millions of public sector workers are now facing a retirement beset by worry and financial uncertainty following the Coalition Government's decision to switch pension calculations from the Retail Price Index (RPI) to the Consumer Price Index (CPI).

«New York has always been a leader in protecting our workers and building strong communities, and this year we must continue to move forward by fighting for fair pay and raising the minimum wage statewide.»

«This bill will ensure every uniformed worker — especially those just starting out on the job — is protected by this city after a tragic injury.»

The Fair Wages for New Yorkers Act, as the bill is being called, would have wide - ranging implications for the largest development projects in New York, replacing agreements hammered out project by project with a broad standard intended to protect low - wage workers.

Workers will be able to protect their pensions by insuring savings against stock market falls under plans being drawn up by ministers.

The plaintiff, an Illinois state worker named Mark Janus, and his supporters have argued that even issues like the size of state workers» salaries is a political opinion that should be protected by the First Amendment.

Legislation is now essential to lift the shroud of secrecy and to protect workers faced by private equity takeovers.»

It is why we need changes so private equity deals are covered by TUPE so that workers are protected in takeovers.»

«This commitment by member states will protect workers» rights while providing opportunities for British business across Europe.»

The business secretary announced the union modernisation fund, attacked this week by the Conservatives, would receive another # 3 million to help unions protect vulnerable workers.

One of the Committee's recommendations: «An assumption of the employment status of «worker» by default, rather than «self - employed» by default, would protect both those workers and the public purse.

Thursday's unanimous vote the Erie County Legislature follows claims - and a notice of intention to file legal action - by a county employee who accuses Erie County of not doing enough to protect workers from sexual harassment.

The issue was raised by Green party MP Caroline Lucas, who also warned the bill was scrapping regulations which protected workers from injury, ill - health and abuse.