Free DOL Informational Outreach Forum for employers, workers, and community based organizations Wednesday, July 24, 2013 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Hosted by Metropolitan State University Tivoli Student Union, Room 320 ABC Auraria Campus 7:00 – 8:00 am 8:00 – 8:45
Program Registration Plenary Session: Overview by Agency Leaders & Special Guest Speaker from Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) on the Affordable Care Act
9:00 – 10:00
Break 1st Set of Concurrent Workshops
10:15 – 11:15
Break 2nd Set of Concurrent Workshops
11:3012:30 pm
Break Closing Plenary Presentation Panel on Promoting Jobs, Updating Skills and Success for Job Seekers Adjourn
Informational Outreach Forum The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), in partnership with Metropolitan State College of Denver, invites you to attend this free informational outreach forum. The event will include an introduction to, and overview of, several DOL agencies regarding their missions, responsibilities and functions. The agency introductions will be followed by 60-minute sessions designed to assist employers, workers, community based organizations, unions and others in gaining knowledge about the workplace laws and regulations administered by DOL. The sessions will also provide answers to frequently asked questions about these DOL agencies. Anyone interested in attending this forum should complete the enclosed registration form. You may attend plenary sessions and select from several workshops which will run concurrently at 9:00, and 10:15. Employers, workers, and community based organizations may have more than one representative attend; however, each person must register indicating session preferences. Space will be limited on a first come, first served basis.
If you require disability accommodations contact Hugh Markfield at
[email protected] or 720-264-3223. Spanish interpretation will be available if requested. Interpretación en español será disponible.
U.S. Department of Labor Informational Outreach Forum
Preparing Employers and Workers for Success Wednesday, July 24, 2013 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hosted by
Metropolitan State University Tivoli Student Union Conference Room 320 ABC Auraria Campus 900 Auraria Parkway, Denver
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA); Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP); Office of the Solicitor (SOL); Secretary’s Regional Representative (SRR); Veterans Employment & Training Service (VETS); Wage & Hour Division (WHD); Women’s Bureau (WB)
Plenary Session with Agency Leaders: SRR, OFCCP, OSHA, SOL, VETS, WB, WHD. This welcome session moderated by the Secretary of Labor’s Regional Representative will provide an introduction to and an overview of the DOL agencies. Special Guest Speaker from Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) on the Affordable Care Act Tivoli Room 320 ABC…………………….8:00 a.m. ST
1 SET OF WORKSHOPS Globally Harmonized System for Hazard Communication: OSHA Presentation. In March 2012 OSHA published a final rule changing the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). The changes are bringing the U.S. into alignment with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals. The purpose of this session is to provide an overview of the major changes in the HCS, including HCS sections that have changed; changes in requirements for labeling; effective dates; and other OSHA standards affected by the HCS. Tivoli Room 320 ABC………………..………..9:00 a.m. Misclassification of Employees as Independent Contractors: WHD Presentation. The Wage and Hour Division and the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment will provide a presentation regarding independent contractors in the workplace. This presentation will focus on similarities and differences between state and federal laws. Misclassification of workers is an area of concern in all industries. Plaza Room 111…………………………..…….9:00 a.m. In Pursuit of Compliance: OFCCP Presentation This session is for new contractors and others who want to learn about OFCCP. OFCCP will explain how it ensures that federal contractors do not discriminate in employment. This session will address affirmative action requirements, nondiscrimination provisions, and regulatory enforcement by OFCCP. Plaza Room 123 ………….……….…………9:00 a.m.
Rights & Responsibilities Under USERRA: VETS Presentation. VETS will provide an understanding of rights and responsibilities under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). USERRA guarantees veteran reemployment, employment rights for reservists, guardsmen, and returning active duty personnel. Plaza Room 124 …………….…………………9:00 a.m. What You Need to Know About the Affordable Health Care Act and Health Insurance Marketplace: WB Presentation. With the new health care law there will be a new way to buy health insurance: the Health Insurance Marketplace. You will be able to fill out one application, one time to explore every qualified plan in your area. This workshop will provide you with the information you need to know about on how to apply for insurance and educate you about the Health Insurance Marketplace. Plaza Room 127….……………....…………9:00 a.m. Whistleblower Protection: OSHA Presentation This session will present information on OSHA’s Whistleblower Protection Program. The program is responsible for handling the provisions of 21 Whistleblowing statutes. The presentation will discuss the elements of a complaint, types of discrimination, remedies, and how to file a complaint. In English. Plaza Room 132 ………..……………..…… 9:00 a.m. ND
2 SET OF WORKSHOPS Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): WHD Presentation. FLSA is the federal law governing minimum wage, overtime pay, and youth employment. The WHD will discuss FLSA requirements as well as exemptions and enforcement procedures. This presentation will be of interest to both new and returning attendees. Tivoli Room 320 ABC……...………………10:15 a.m.
How to Survive an OSHA Inspection: OSHA Presentation OSHA will provide employers with description of OSHA enforcement activities. This session will provide employers with information about OSHA inspections as well as information about the importance of safety and health programs in preparing for an OSHA inspection. Plaza Room 111…………………….…..…10:15 a.m. Equal Pay and Nondiscrimination in Compensation: SRR, WB and OFCCP Presentation This session will discuss DOL’s commitment to ensuring equal pay and nondiscrimination in compensation practices. The WB and SRR will address barriers encountered, progress made, and challenges in achieving equal pay for all. OFCCP will address how it ensures affirmative action and nondiscrimination by federal contractors in compensation practices. Plaza Room 123…………………………………………...10:15 a.m. Whistleblower Protection: OSHA Presentation This session will present information on OSHA’s Whistleblower Protection Program. The program is responsible for handling the provisions of 21 Whistleblowing statutes. The presentation will discuss the elements of a complaint, types of discrimination, remedies, and how to file a complaint. En español. Plaza Room 124 …………..…………………………… 10:15 a.m. Common Problem Areas for Federal Contractors: OFCCP Presentation This session is for those who want to learn more about OFCCP. OFCCP will discuss common problem areas encountered by federal contractors in meeting affirmative action and nondiscrimination obligations, along with best practices and compliance assistance. Plaza Room 127 ………….……….………………….…10:15 a.m. Closing Plenary Panel - Promoting Jobs, Updating Skills and Success for Job Seekers: SRR, WHD, VETS, OFCCP, WB, CO Department of Labor & Employment, Denver Office of Economic Development. This session will feature a panel discussion with DOL agency representatives and guests from the Colorado Department of Labor & Employment and Denver Office of Economic Development on how their agencies can promote jobs and success for job seekers. The session is intended for workers, job seekers, and CBOs. Tivoli Room 320 ABC…………………...………..……11:30 a.m.
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA); Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP); Office of the Solicitor (SOL); Secretary’s Regional Representative (SRR); Veterans Employment & Training Service (VETS); Wage & Hour Division (WHD); Women’s Bureau (WB)
REGISTRATION FORM Free Free U.S. Department of Labor Forum On Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Please use this form to register and indicate the sessions that you wish to attend. Please email the completed form to Hugh Markfield,
[email protected] or fax it to 720-‐264-‐3211. For questions, you may call Dusti Gurule 303-‐844-‐1256. While you may also register at the event, space is limited and registration is on a first come, first served basis. To register, please respond by email or fax by no later than July 22, 2013. Name/Title: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Company or Organization (if applicable): _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Street Address, City, State & Zip: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Telephone Number and Email Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________
(Optional): __Employer/Business __Worker __Union Group __Advocacy Org __Community Org. ________Other 7:00 – 8:00 Registration
8:00 – 8:45 Plenary Session with Agency Leaders: SRR, OSHA, WHD, OFCCP, VETS, WB, SOL, with EBSA guest speaker
Please check only one workshop that you would like to attend under each time slot below:
9:00 – 10:00 1st Set of Concurrent Workshops __OSHA: Globally Harmonized System for Hazard __OSHA: Whistleblower Protection Communication __WHD: Misclassification of EEs as Independent Contractors __WB: What You Need to Know About the Affordable __OFCCP: In Pursuit of Compliance Health Care Act and Health Insurance Marketplace __VETS: Rights & Responsibilities in USERRA 10:15 – 11:15 2nd Set of Concurrent Workshops __OSHA: How to Survive an OSHA Inspection __WHD: Fair Labor Standards Act __WB: Higher Paying Jobs (including green jobs) __SRR, WB, OFCCP: Equal Pay and Nondiscrimination in Compensation __OFCCP: Common Problem Areas for federal Contractors __OSHA: Whistleblower Protection 11:30 – 12:30 Closing Plenary Panel on Promoting Jobs and Success for Job Seekers: SRR, OSHA, WHD, OFCCP, VETS, WB, SOL, with guests from the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment and Denver Office of Economic Development
***List any disability accommodations or Spanish Translation you need here . On-‐site registration is from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. Please pre-‐register, if possible, since space is limited. Hosted By: Metropolitan State College of Denver, Tivoli Student Union, 900 Auraria Parkway, Denver, CO Directions to the Auraria campus are available at: http://www.ahec.edu/campusmaps/maps.htm
