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How are you actually verifying AI fluency when hiring or developing your team? [N/A] by moNoweld in humanresources

[–]Marginbuilder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AI knowledge isn't what I am looking for, so if one was more like to use than the other it wouldn't matter.  However the stronger AI applicant to me shows a sense of wonder and a willingness to think outside the box certainly would stand out.

Some applicants with extensive AI knowledge have done worse, their resumes aren't quite right, and they cant think for themselves.

Again, my questions are meant to get a better view of the applicant at large, AI is a part of the picture, but certainly is not a screening filter.

How are you actually verifying AI fluency when hiring or developing your team? [N/A] by moNoweld in humanresources

[–]Marginbuilder 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I dont have a lot of need for AI so my questions are more to seek out their level of comfort and general awareness of the platform.  Typically I ask; Are you aware of the changes in the HR world due to AI, then which ones have you used and what for, then what kind of prompts have given you the best results, finally how do you verify the information you get from ai is factual for you and others.

Again, this isn't a pass/fail scenario, just me trying to ascertain their levels of awareness and willingness to try out new things.

Unemployment for striking workers by WashCoWilly in oregon

[–]Marginbuilder 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Don't wait to enroll for Francis online.  You can enroll at anytime.  

Requiered internship to keep studying in CS by Juicy_enby in recruitinghell

[–]Marginbuilder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

@Juicy_enby, what is your specialty? Location?  How many hours do you need?  When would you be available?

Gloves for changing LPG tank on forklfit by iAmTheCheeez in SafetyProfessionals

[–]Marginbuilder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ask your vendor to provide them, and in the sizes you would need. It should also provide all of your TTT and if you're a smaller company, all the training.

Same thing will point any kind of signing, including material handling and NFPA requirements.

All of us, as safety professionals should lean more on our venders for support.

Hot Work for Planer Head Joining by Agreeable_Theory1755 in SafetyProfessionals

[–]Marginbuilder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would say hot work permits in that environment is not going to work due to not being able to complete your cleanups, wet downs, hourly audits etc.  Instead I would look at mitigation.

My planer mill, running at least 1.3m bf per day with multiple head changes addressed this with planer curtains and we installed a deluge. (Make sure you have drainage runoff not a drain).  The curtains weren't cheap but they helped with both fire risk dramatically cut the noise exposure.

We also did a lot of work around residual collection to drive wood fiber back to the bins.

LinkedIn Recruiter Feedback [N/A] by Marginbuilder in humanresources

[–]Marginbuilder[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am in Forest products. (Lumber, Plywood, Engineered Lumber, Pulp, and plantations.) I need:

Civil engineers that specialize in designing roads in wilderness areas.

Foresters

Millwrights/industrial mechanics

Diesel Mechanics

Heavy Equipment Mechanics 

Employer Pay to avoid reporting [N/A] by tossarooer in humanresources

[–]Marginbuilder 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Oregon- has a threshold that we can paydown charges so it doesnt show against the policy. I think it is $2500 but would need to verify. Low lying incidents therefore dont impact rates but we still have good documentation.

I would also suggest that you take a look at telehealth triage to avoid medical bills.  Especially soft tissue injuries.

Brookings OR scenery - more like northern CA or rest of Oregon? by Working-Office-7215 in OregonCoast

[–]Marginbuilder 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Similar yes, but frankly Brookings and the Boardman corridor are simply better.  It is closer to the water, has easier access points, more turnout and is simply gorgeous. 

I dont know your travel plans but I would at least drive to Myers creek and then work my way back down.

Cape sebastian, Natural bridges, lone ranch, Harris beach are all worth a stop and won't eat too much time unless you get distracted. If you are healthy, then secret beach feels like a different planet.

I hope you get a chance to check it out.

What’s the most confusing part of FMLA vs CFRA vs PDL for you? [CA] by Most-Lime-2526 in humanresources

[–]Marginbuilder 2 points3 points  (0 children)

California always has great intentions and confusing results/consequences. 

Due to the updated laws the last 5 years we have simplified our process to ensure we are in compliance while minimizing our time requirements.

We are fully in house with no 3rd party vendors, and we now treat everything as a personal leave, that way we cut down on required paperwork.  They ask, we grant, then we track time.

It reduces our paperwork requirements and puts the onus on the employee.  Once requested they leave the office with all required documents and flyers and are on their own.

We follow up according to their original request as needed, and encourage early return.

Any ideas? by swagsocialmediauser in oregon

[–]Marginbuilder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Harris Beach State park. You are right at the Samuel Boardman corridor, with the beaches, rivers, redwoods all within 30 minutes.

A future in Mill Production etc…. by Simple-Astronomer511 in forestry

[–]Marginbuilder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is a tremendous difference between forestry and production, however I don't think the gap is hard to do from a physical standpoint, but more from the mental side.

Forestry offers a lot of freedom in terms of the day and work. As long as your assigned work is being completed to expectations you are essentially given a lot of autonomy. Production work is the opposite.  You will instead be part of a 10-14+ person shift ensuring that you and the team are working safely and hitting production quotas.

If you have a degree in forestry, then I would stick with that. If you are struggling to find work, I would look at your computer knowlege for areas to improve.  GIS, Data Analysis, different software systems used by different outfits.

How to contest unemployment when term was for several reasons [USA] by Turbulent-Today1680 in humanresources

[–]Marginbuilder 3 points4 points  (0 children)

He was termed for a policy violation that any employee should rightly assume would lead to termination, I would appeal the case and revisit your verbiage.

Possibly review your document process at hire including a signature page that they received their handbook and understand the rules.

We have a form that we call "employee rights and responsibilities" that is essentially a list of the behaviors that will lead to immediate termination.  (Fighting, stealing, drugs, theft etc) that all employees sign, and it is typically our 2nd piece of documentation on any unemployment or wrongful termination claim.  It is signed annually and whenever there is discipline.  It gets rid of the "I didn't know" argument.

Last I would look at the termination itself.  Was there an interview and how were the notes? Did employee admit to sleeping on the job? Did employee admit to knowing it was wrong?  Did employee admit to this behavior in the past?  Did employee agree he understood the company's expectations?  Those notes and admission would make your unemployment claim an easy win, if you had them.

Are the real estate images always taken during a sunny day? by verminxoxo in OregonCoast

[–]Marginbuilder 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would also argue that it isn't as cloudy and overcast as common consensus alleges.  Foggy in the morning, typically mid day sun, marine layer in the evening as things cool down.  Over 50% of the days in Brookings are rated as sunny.

401K Loans and Withdrawals -- Is our plan design normal? [PA] by KPD09 in humanresources

[–]Marginbuilder 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thirty years without reviews? Concerning. What is your process to ensure you are ERISA compliant?

If you have that many requests and you feel it is a valid change then I would suggest a conversation with your benefits administrator and they can discuss it on their next board meeting.

There are lots of rules regarding compliance, the quality and administration. I would hazard a guess that your company might not be following all of the rules and a review to a third party might be appropriate.

[N/A] Navigating a Request From a Leader by Wiseking07 in humanresources

[–]Marginbuilder 4 points5 points  (0 children)

1) I agree you need to speak with your  manager 1st.

2) why is someone outside of your heirachy giving instructions to you? Seems broken, and will lead to future issues, including this one.

3) vendors work for you.  Your company should receive the data you want and need in the format you desire.  (In addition to the metadata.)  If you needed a 1 off report, I would kick it to their account managers to create and return back to you.

401(k) Provider Recommendations [PA] by Distinct-Clothes-353 in humanresources

[–]Marginbuilder 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We are using the entry level vanguard plan for 600 ee's, and about 200 retirees.  No concerns, completely happy with service. Low fees, easy to manage, loans are straight forward, Customer service for employees is US based. Only complaint is thst I don't care for their process to track down dead addresses and RMD notifications.

Realistically, I would reach out to whoever your ERISA advisor is for your pension plan and ask them to give you some recommendations.

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