In any organization, human resources and safety functions have distinct priorities that can sometimes differ. Human Resources focuses on hiring a diverse workforce and ensuring fair access to opportunities for all candidates. The safety function, on the other hand, emphasizes ensuring that employees can safely perform job duties while minimizing the risk of injury. While these perspectives may approach hiring decisions from different angles, both are essential to building a strong, capable, and safe workforce.

Join us for a fast-paced, interactive discussion led by Albert Lee, a seasoned employment attorney, educator, and professional speaker. Albert will explore how employers can effectively balance these two viewpoints by providing insight into the legal framework that allows organizations to gather necessary information for safe hiring decisions while minimizing the risk of discrimination claims.

At the end of this session, attendees will be able to:

• Achieve a better balance between the needs of human resources and safety functions.
• Understand the legal limitations surrounding information gathering during the hiring process, including what can be asked about a candidate's health history, when inquiries are appropriate, and how employers can use examinations or tests to verify a candidate’s ability to perform a job.
• Analyze situations in which workplace accommodations may be necessary.
• Recognize when an employer can deny employment or an accommodation request with minimal legal risk.

Business Casual Attire - open collar or polo shirt. No jeans or shorts. No jacket required.