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Wearable Device Compliance: Benefits & Legal Risks for Employers

On-Demand Recording

Summary

From smart watches to proximity monitors designed to protect employees, “wearable devices” are becoming more common workplace tools. With this growing technology also comes the risk of violating federal employment laws.

In our interactive, instructor-led 90-minute event, you will learn how wearable technologies are reshaping HR responsibilities—and the serious legal pitfalls that can come with them. Discover how to leverage these tools for workplace safety and productivity while staying in compliance.

Join us, and you’ll discover:

  • How to avoid EEOC violations when implementing wearable technologies
  • Potential ADA violations from devices that track health-related data
  • Actionable strategies for accommodating employees' rights related to wearables
  • Real-world examples of employer liability—and how to protect your organization

Compliance Updates: Legal Limits of Wearable Tech Use

  • Determining if a wearable device constitutes a "medical examination" under the ADA
  • Safeguarding employee biometric data and preventing discriminatory practices
  • Appropriate workplace monitoring vs. illegal disability inquiries

Reduce HR Risk While Improving Workplace Safety

  • Methods to evaluate the legal and ethical use of wearables in workplace settings
  • How to handle requests for reasonable accommodation when wearables are involved
  • Learn the steps to conducting internal audits on wearable usage policies

Creating Legally Effective Practices & Policies for Workplace Wearables

  • Ways to incorporate compliance safeguards into onboarding and device setup
  • How to use sample policies and EEOC guidance to update your current practices
  • Learn to train managers on employee rights related to biometric tracking and data use

Live Question & Answer Session – Have your specific questions answered!

Program Benefits

In our 90-minute program, you’ll learn how wearable devices can boost safety, productivity, and well-being for both employees and employers, as well as the legal risks that come with their use. Plus, discover the latest compliance requirements and actionable steps for creating legally sound workplace policies.

If you'd like this program customized for your organization, call us at 1-800-964-6033. We're certain we can fulfill your training needs, while making it fit in your budget!

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HRCI CREDITS

This program has been approved for 1.5 (HR (General)) recertification credit hour toward aPHRTM, aPHRiTM, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRiTM and SPHRiTM recertification through the HR Certification Institute. Learn more at hrci.org

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HRMorning is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®. This program is valid for 1.5 PDCs for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit www.shrmcertification.org.