BRAIN WORK WORKERS’ COMP CORNER Whistleblower Law for Workplace Health and Safety Issues
THE BEST GRILLED SUMMER VEGETABLES
Inspired by DinnerAtTheZoo.com
Ingredients
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1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
1 1/2 tsp garlic, minced
2 lbs assorted vegetables, trimmed and halved (asparagus, mushrooms, red onion, red bell peppers, baby carrots, and yellow squash are great on the grill)
Unfortunately, an employee who knows their employer is participating in illicit activities may be reluctant to report it out of fear of losing their job or out of concern for their well-being. However, Nevada law protects employees from employer retaliation when the employee has reported issues relating to workplace health and safety. This law is enforced by Nevada Revised Statute (NRS) 618.445. NRS 618.445 is limited to activities related to workplace safety and health and protects employees under certain situations, including:
This law also protects employees from retaliation by their employer. Retaliation occurs when the employer takes adverse action against an employee because the employee engaged in (or is perceived to have engaged in) reporting an activity related to workplace safety and health. Retaliation might be termination, demotion, reduced hours, suspension, written discipline, reassignment, or verbal or physical harassment. Employees might recover lost wages and other benefits under a whistleblower action. Employees or former employees may file a complaint online by visiting Whistleblowers.gov, by visiting a local NVOSHA office, or by calling the NVOSHA whistleblower complaint line (toll free) at 1-877-671-0003. It is important to remember that in the workplace, nothing is more important than your health and safety!
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5 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 cup parsley leaves, chopped
Directions
1. In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic. 2. Brush vegetables with olive oil and place in a large bowl. Top with lemon juice and seasoning mixture. Toss to coat evenly.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes but no longer than 2 hours.
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Filing a complaint with the Nevada Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (NVOSHA), or another agency that addresses workplace safety and health.
3. Prepare the grill at medium-high heat.
4. Grill vegetables in batches, cooking 3–5 minutes on each side until browned and tender. (Carrots will cook longer, 6–9 minutes per side.) 5. Remove from the grill, sprinkle with parsley, and serve hot.
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Participating in an NVOSHA inspection.
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Reporting workplace safety and/or health concerns to management.
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Refusing to perform an unsafe work task.
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Reporting a workplace illness or injury.
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