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Background Check Requirements And Best Practices Guidelines

Recently, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) joined forces to publish guideline documents to continue to educate employers regarding background checks and the applicable laws and regulations surrounding them. The information provided isn’t anything new, but it serves as a good reminder for employers that currently are conducting background checks for employment purposes or those employers who may plan to start doing so.

U Of A Leadership 2.0 Team ‘Braking Bad’ To Stress Importance Of Vehicle Safety Inspections At GAAS 2014

“Braking Bad,” the winning team project from the University of the Aftermarket Leadership 2.0 professional development program, will present on the topic of vehicle safety inspections at the 2014 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Rosemont, Ill., from May 20-21.

ETI’s Well-Attended 2014 ToolTech Deemed To Be A Spirited Event

The Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI)’s annual ToolTech conference, held April 28 through May 1, provided an opportunity to attend industry-focused presentations, participate in panel discussions and take away valuable insights into the “Connected Vehicle” – this year’s conference theme.

Federated Honors Sid Dooley With Art Fisher Memorial Membership Award

Sid Dooley, president and CEO of Boaz, Ala.-based Associate Jobbers Warehouse, was awarded Federated Auto Parts’ highest honor, the Art Fisher Memorial Membership Award.

Ohio Senate Bill Extends Registration Requirement To Mechanical Repair Shops

Under current law, only collision repair facilities are required to register with the MVRB. This loophole for mechanical repairs has allowed “backyard” operators to undercut legitimate businesses by avoiding compliance with OSHA laws and Ohio’s environmental standards.

ACDelco Offers A Cooler Summer Promotion

Through June 30, ACDelco is recognizing “hot sales” with a classic summer accessory – an ACDelco Professional Series Battery Cooler. The promotion is open to ACDelco Professional Service Center program participants and independent service center and key fleet accounts who purchase a specified quantity of any ACDelco products from participating ACDelco distributors.

The Dos And Don’ts Of Employee Discipline

You have an under-performing or problem employee who doesn’t seem to “get it.” You’ve told him over and over again but he keeps doing what you told him not to do and you don’t understand what the problem is and why he can’t just do his job right in the first place. Does this scenario sound familiar?

Workplace Bullying: It Is Real And Happens Everyday

The majority of bullies are in management roles, which makes it more difficult for the victims to feel like they can take action without fear of losing their jobs. Unfortunately, that is what ultimately happens in most bullying situations anyway. The victim either quits or they are pushed out and terminated through the bully.

Attendee Registration Now Open For AAPEX 2014

Attendees interested in growing their business should register online now for the 2014 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX). AAPEX is slated for Tuesday, Nov. 4 through Thursday, Nov. 6, at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, with AAPEXedu sessions starting on Monday, Nov. 3.

Web Lingo 101

I must admit it can all be confusing sometimes – domains, URLs, Web servers, the cloud, IP, FTP, search engines, SEO, meta tags, etc. There’s a lot of website development terminology that may or may not mean anything to us. So let me explain some of it. Bookmark this article and keep it available as a handy resource.

ACDelco Launches New TechConnect Website

ACDelco has launched an updated TechConnect website for distributor, service center and trade customers with more content and improved navigation and search functionality.

Auto Care Association And ASE Recognize World Class Technicians

Of the more than 812,000 automotive technicians working in the United States, 22 outstanding individuals have qualified for the prestigious 2014 World Class Technician Award. The Auto Care Association and National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) work together to recognize these professional technicians who have tested and obtained ASE certification in 22 specialty areas during the 2013 test administrated by ASE.