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New H-2B Worker Briefing

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GUAM DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Alien Labor Processing & Certification Division

New H-2B Worker Orientation

The following orientation sheet was developed to help newly arrived H-2B workers gain valuable facts
that will help them while employed in Guam.

IDENTIFICATION (for all non-U.S. Citizens)

Always carry picture identification.

• Green Card or Work Authorization (for immigrants)
• DOL ID card (for H-2B workers)
• I-94 and another photo ID (for other types of visa holders)

Government officials will always ask for identification. If you are unable to provide such identification, you may be detained, until such time, you are able to produce proper identification. Passports are the property of the country who issues the passport. Workers may ask employers to hold their passport for safekeeping, but you must make this request in writing and keep a copy for your records. Employers are prohibited from forcefully holding the passports of
workers.

WORKER BOARD & LODGING

Cost – The employer may deduct up to $80.00 per week for board and lodging, however, if the employer’s actual cost is more, they may justify as such and a higher rate may be approved by Guam Department of Labor (GDOL).

Housing Complaints- If workers are concerned with their housing arrangements due to safety or sanitary issues, they may report this to GDOL. Our inspectors will look into all complaints.

Company Rules- The employer has the right to set house rules which the workers must follow. It is common for employers to require workers to maintain the cleanliness and order in the workers housing facilities. Workers who don’t comply may face termination of employment.

Employer control of worker behavior after working hours- Employers may not control the behavior of workers after working hours, however, workers are expected to follow house rules while in the barracks.

Residing outside of employer housing- Employers are required to provide workers housing if they employ more than 5 H-2B workers, however, if the employer and worker agree, the worker may seek housing on their own. Before this can occur, the proposed living arrangement must be reviewed and approved by GDOL.

PAY & WORKING HOURS

Working Hours- The employer may set whatever working hours are necessary based on his business need. Generally, days consist of 8 hours of work but, this is not required. Time that is compensated is limited to the time that a worker is providing services for the employer. Breaks for meals or rest are not compensable.

Classes Starting the Week of April 7 - 11, 2008

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The National Center for Construction Education and Reseach (NCCER) has established the benchmark for quality training in the construction industry. Consider the advantages the GCA Trades Academy, a NCCER-accredited training unit, can offer your business.

Call 647-4840/41 or send an email message to gcatrades@guam.net to register or to obtain more information.

Classes Starting the Week of
April 7 - 11, 2008
Tuesday, April 8th

Core: Intro to Construction Mathematics

Wednesday, April 9th

Electrical 1: Wiring: Residential
Core Curriculum

Introduction to Construction Math

This 15-hour course reviews basic mathematic functions, such as adding, subtracting, dividing, & multiplying whole numbers, fractions, & decimals, & explains their applications to the construction trades. Explains decimal-fraction conversions & the metric system using practical examples. Also reviews basic geometry as applied to common shapes & forms.

Where & When

Guam Contractors Association conference room
Tueday & Thursdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
April 8, 2008 - April 24, 2008

Tuition:

$180.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members)

GHRA to Conduct Seminars During PHARE 2008

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GUAM HOTEL & RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION
Ste. 101 DFS Pacifica Bldg.,
643 Chalan San Antonio Tamuning, GU 96913
P.O. Box 8565 Tamuning, Guam 96931

Telephone: 671-649-1447 • Facsimile: 671-649-8565 • Email: info@ghra.org • Web: www.ghra.org

GHRA to conduct Seminars during PHARE 2008

The Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association (GHRA) will conduct various Seminars during the annual Pacific Hotel & Restaurant Expo (PHARE) 2008 from April 10, 11 &12, 2008 at the Hyatt Regency Guam. The PHARE 2008 Seminars include the following:

1. WOW! Factor Customer Service series part 1 and part 2 to be conducted by WATSON Training on Thursday, April 10, 2008. This seminar will be offered twice on the same day with the first session from 8:30a.m. to 12 noon and second session from 1 p.m. to 4:30p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Guam. The WOW! Factor Customer Service seminar will leave participants with the desire to deliver a level of service which consistently “wows” your customers that will differentiate you in today’s highly competitive market, which will lead to greater customer loyalty and a “fan base” of customers who will brag about how good you are to deal with. Seminar fee is $143 for GHRA members and $159 for non-members.

GCA Trades Academy April 2008 classes

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Classes Starting the Week of March 31 - April 4, 2008 Monday, March 31st

Safety Technology: Intro to Safety Technology, Hazard Recognition, Evaluation & Control, Risk Analysis & Assessment, Inspections, Audits, & Observations

Core: Intro to Hand Tools, Power Tools, & Blueprints

HVAC 3: Troubleshooting Cooling & Heat Pumps

Tuesday, April 1st

HVAC 2: Commercial Airside Systems, Chimneys, Vents, & Fumes

Thursday, April 3rd

Electrical 3: Overcurrent Protection

Core Curriculum

Introduction to Construction Math

ABC LogoThis 15-hour course reviews basic mathematic functions, such as adding, subtracting, dividing, & multiplying whole numbers, fractions, & decimals, & explains their applications to the construction trades. Explains decimal-fraction conversions & the metric system using practical examples. Also reviews basic geometry as applied to common shapes & forms.

Where & When

Guam Contractors Association conference room
Tueday & Thursdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
April 8, 2008 - April 24, 2008

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