Worksource Georgia, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Labor, is pleased to announce a series of Farm Labor Seminars aimed at providing crucial information and updates related to farm labor. These seminars are designed for agricultural employers, farm labor contractors, and other stakeholders within the agricultural sector. The details of the seminars are as follows:
Dates and Locations:
March 6, 2024: Southern Regional Technical College, 52 Tech Drive, Tifton, GA 31794
March 7, 2024: North Georgia Career Center, 150 Evelyn C. Neely Dr., Athens, GA 30601
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Both Days)
Topics to be Covered:
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H2A (Temporary Agricultural Workers Program)
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MSPA (Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act)
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OSHA Safety Regulations and Compliance
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Farm Labor Certification Registrations
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Georgia’s Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker (MSFW) Program
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OFLC (Office of Foreign Labor Certification) H2A Application Certification Process
These seminars will provide vital information to ensure compliance with labor regulations, enhance safety protocols on farms, and streamline the process of hiring foreign labor legally. Experts from Worksource Georgia and the U.S. Department of Labor will be available to address questions and provide guidance on best practices in farm labor management.
Registration:
To participate in these informative sessions, please register at https://shorturl.at/iklpC or for further assistance, contact Karla Falcon at [email protected] or call 786-427-3678.
We encourage all stakeholders in the agricultural sector to attend these seminars to stay informed about the latest regulations and programs that impact farm labor. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and compliance in agricultural employment practices.
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