Tag: temporary workers

Business

A guide to navigating the lengthy H-2B application process

While those accustomed to H-2B already filed their applications in November, there is still time for those who think they’ll need extra workers in the spring.

December 12, 2017

Business

H-2B inconsistencies cause landscaping companies to reconsider labor sources

CoCal Landscape is one of the many businesses that did not receive its H-2B visas this spring and is now looking for ways to hire and keep American workers.

October 6, 2017

Business

Department of Homeland Security authorizes 15,000 additional H-2B visas

After lobbying by NALP and other proponents of the H-2B program, the Department of Homeland Security has authorized for 15,000 workers to be added to the cap.

July 17, 2017

Business

The struggles of H-2B and the search for a solution

Landscapers wrestle with the challenges of H-2B while senators consider a better solution to the labor issue. Read more on Total Landscape Care.

May 8, 2017

Business

Webinar to focus on risks of relying on federal H-2B program

The Harvest Group, a business consulting firm for landscapers, will play host Aug. 22 to a webinar on the H-2B program. Click for details on registration and more.

August 9, 2016

Design-Build

The Atlantic looks at landscapers’ use of foreign workers

The Atlantic took a stand on the H-2B and not everyone agrees. Click to read more on the publication's surprising stand regarding the controversial program.

July 21, 2016

Business

Law firm offers free webinar on H-2B visa program changes

Landscapers and other business owners who use H-2B visas to employ temporary workers can learn more about recent changes to the program in a webinar scheduled for July 30 at 1 p.m. EDT. The webinar will be led by the Lozano Law Firm, a San Antonio, Texas-based firm that specializes in immigration law. The […]

July 23, 2015

Design-Build

What happens now after H-2B cap was reached for first half of FY 2015

The Department of Homeland Security announced the H-2B cap has been reached for the first half of FY 2015. DHS will reject new H-2B petitions received after Jan. 26 and those that requested an employment start date prior to April 1. According to the DHS, no cap numbers from the first half of FY 2015 will […]

February 12, 2015

Business

How To Protect Temporary Workers

So, your safety plan is up to date, you conduct frequent, targeted training and your workers have bought into and contribute to your safety culture. What more is there to do?

October 7, 2014

Business

Safety for Temporary Employees: Whose Job Is It?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), in 2011 there were just over 2.8 million temporary workers in the U.S. — about 2.3 percent of the workforce that year. “Temps” are classified by BLS under Temporary Help Services (NAICS 56132).

March 28, 2013