Referrals from employers may be accepted for OJT only if the customer’s assessment and employment plan documents that an OJT would be an appropriate training activity. The participant cannot be a previous employee. A participant should not be placed on more than two (2) OJTs. A second OJT is allowable only with the approval and will be determined on AAO’s a case-by-case basis. Justification for a second OJT contract must be specifically documented (laid-off, fired, inappropriate job training match, company closing, etc.) AAO will reimburse employers on a monthly basis according the submitted timesheet. (See timesheet policy) The final work site evaluation must be completed and submitted to the AAO once the OJT has been completed. The final work site evaluation will be considered a credential. Local Area I Conflict of Interest policy must be strictly adhered to. Local Area I Conflict of Interest Policy: Avoid situations which give rise to a suggestion that any decision was influenced by prejudice, bias, special interest, or personal gain; Exercise due diligence to avoid situations which may give rise to an assertion that favorable treatment is being granted to friends, family, or associates; and Not solicit or accept any money or any other consideration from any person for the performance of an act reimbursed in whole or part with any public or private funds. Business Eligibility Requirements: An existing Kansas Business will be eligible to participate in training if the business: Is current on all federal, state and local obligations Is compliant with existing employment, health and safety laws and regulations Demonstrates a commitment to retaining operations and employees in Kansas; and Is willing to support and build the local workforce investment system through continued use of programs and services under the oversight of the Local Board. A company who has filed, or is in the process of filling, for bankruptcy protection under U.S. Code is not eligible for LAI Incumbent Worker Funds. The employer has a grievance procedure and agrees to follow such procedures in matters related to the OJT participant (if the employer does not have a procedure, the employer must agree to follow the procedure developed by Local Area I)
Referrals from employers may be accepted for OJT only if the customer’s assessment and employment plan documents that an OJT would be an appropriate training activity. The participant cannot be a previous employee. A participant should not be placed on more than two (2) OJTs. A second OJT is allowable only with the AAO’s approval and will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Justification for a second OJT contract must be specifically documented (laid-off, fired, inappropriate job training match, company closing, etc.) AAO will reimburse employers on a monthly basis according the submitted timesheet. (See timesheet policy) The final work site evaluation must be completed and submitted to the AAO once the OJT has been completed. The final work site evaluation will be considered a credential. Local Area I Conflict of Interest policy must be strictly adhered to. Local Area I Conflict of Interest Policy: Avoid situations which give rise to a suggestion that any decision was influenced by prejudice, bias, special interest, or personal gain; Exercise due diligence to avoid situations which may give rise to an assertion that favorable treatment is being granted to friends, family, or associates; and Not solicit or accept any money or any other consideration from any person for the performance of an act reimbursed in whole or part with any public or private funds. Business Eligibility Requirements: An existing Kansas Business will be eligible to participate in training if the business: Is current on all federal, state and local obligations Is compliant with existing employment, health and safety laws and regulations Demonstrates a commitment to retaining operations and employees in Kansas; and Is willing to support and build the local workforce investment system through continued use of programs and services under the oversight of the Local Board. A company who has filed, or is in the process of filling, for bankruptcy protection under U.S. Code is not eligible for LAI Incumbent Worker Funds. The employer has a grievance procedure and agrees to follow such procedures in matters related to the OJT participant (if the employer does not have a procedure, the employer must agree to follow the procedure developed by Local Area I)
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