Office of Congressional Workplace Rights

The OCWR fourth quarter 2024 e-newsletter is here! Learn more about the OCWR’s recently updated brochure and Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Fast Fact as well as our latest training opportunities. Read the full e-Newsletter below: #Legislative #CapitolHill #WorkplaceRights

This month, the OCWR is highlighting strategies to improve the resilience of legislative branch employees. The third core pillar of resilience is healthy thinking. You can strengthen your healthy thinking habits by keeping things in perspective, accepting change, maintaining a hopeful outlook, and learning from your past. Learn more about workplace civility and resilience by attending one of our in-person training sessions on October 28 in the Library of Congress’s Madison Building: https://lnkd.in/e3xrfXRr #WorkplaceTraining #FederalGovernment #Legislative 

‘Tis the season for holiday office decorations, which also means it’s time to brush up on occupational safety and health (OSH) best practices for office decorating. Our newest OSH Fast Fact offers holiday-specific guidance on creating a safe and fun atmosphere for your next workplace celebration. Find the full document on our website: https://lnkd.in/erZUeNFZ #OccupationalSafety #OccupationalHealth #WorkplaceSafety 

This Conflict Resolution Day, celebrate workplace civility and resilience by registering for the OCWR’s in-person training sessions on October 28. The OCWR also provides trainings on workplace rights for employees covered under the Congressional Accountability Act and the OCWR dispute resolution process. Learn more about these opportunities on our website: https://www.ocwr.gov Please note: training planned for October 21 will be rescheduled. #ConflictResolutionDay #LegislativeBranch #FederalGovernment

The Office of Congressional Workplace Rights is hiring an Administrative Specialist. To apply, please visit the USAJobs posting: https://lnkd.in/eqv7S8mV

Join our October 30 webinar on the Congressional Accountability Act (CAA). This training session explains the role of the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights (OCWR) in administering and enforcing the CAA, outlines the rights and responsibilities of covered employees under the CAA, and sets forth the OCWR’s administrative dispute resolution procedures for resolving claims alleging violations of the CAA. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/e458TpDK #Legislative #WorkplaceTraining #KnowYourRights

This month the OCWR is highlighting strategies to improve the resilience of legislative branch employees. Another core pillar of resilience is wellness. Your individual sense of wellness can be strengthened by taking care of your body, practicing mindfulness, and avoiding negative outlets. Learn more about workplace civility and resilience by attending one of our in-person training sessions on October 21 or 28: https://lnkd.in/eygnwBMN #FederalEmployee #FederalGovernment #LegislativeBranch

Fire Prevention Week is a great time to go over fire safety measures in your office. Preventative fire safety practices include ensuring that fire extinguishers, pull stations, exit signs, and strobe lights are visible and accessible. Covered legislative branch employees can rely on the OCWR’s Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Team to review workspaces for compliance with fire safety standards. Learn more about the OSH program on our website: https://lnkd.in/eitb5_6V #FirePreventionWeek #WorkplaceSafety #OccupationalSafety 

During the month of October, the OCWR is highlighting strategies to improve resilience in the legislative branch. One of the four core pillars of resilience is connection. Your sense of connection can be strengthened by prioritizing relationships, accepting help from those who care, and even joining a group. Learn more about workplace civility and resilience by attending one of our in-person training sessions on October 21 or 28: https://lnkd.in/eygnwBMN #WorkplaceTraining #LegislativeBranch #CapitolHill

The OCWR Office of the General Counsel’s latest Brown Bag presentation focused on recent federal cases involving Congressional Accountability Act–applied statutes. Find information from this important program on our website: https://lnkd.in/e6SqTVeh #WorkplaceRights #FederalGovernment #KnowYourRights