In this episode of the HR Sisters Podcast, we dive into emergency planning from an HR perspective, focusing on how businesses can prepare for unexpected disruptions like Covid-19 and other emergencies. Learn how to identify risks, build effective emergency teams, and implement protocols that protect both your employees and your business continuity. Whether you’re managing a small office or a large multinational, these practical tips will help you stay prepared and responsive in any crisis.

What You’ll Learn:

• What constitutes an emergency and how to classify its scale

• Examples of minor and major emergencies in different business environments

• The importance of risk assessment tailored to your organization

• How to build a core emergency response team and define clear roles

• Creating and maintaining updated emergency contact lists, including embassy info

• Developing step-by-step emergency response procedures and communication trees

• The role of HR in managing emotional impact and employee well-being during crises

• Best practices for drills, backups, and continuous improvement of emergency plans

• Handling complex scenarios like expatriate risks, evacuations, and business continuity

• The significance of having an emergency fund and support systems in place

If you want to safeguard your business and employees from unforeseen emergencies, this Podcast offers essential HR insights and actionable steps to get started today.

If you're planning to expand your business to the UAE or are in the early stages of setting up, this podcast is packed with valuable insights to help you navigate the complexities of HR in a new market.

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What exactly is the Wages Protection System (WPS), and how does it impact your business in the UAE? 🏢

The objective of WPS was to safeguard private sector and provide a secure, efficient and robust mechanism to streamline the timely payment of employee salaries.

In this video, we break down everything you need to know about WPS—how it works, who it applies to, and why it's essential for ensuring your business complies with UAE labour laws.

Let us know if you have any specific questions - pop it in the comments below! 💼

Watch now to make sure your business is compliant! 🎥

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The information provided in this video is for general informational purposes only and is based on laws and regulations that are current at the time of recording and release. Legal requirements may change over time, and we do not guarantee that the information remains accurate or applicable after this video's publication. Always consult with a qualified legal professional for advice specific to your situation and jurisdiction.

Are you required to deduct income tax from your employees in the UAE?

In this video, we break down whether payroll in the UAE includes any statutory income tax deductions for employees—especially expats—and clarify what obligations employers really have. If you're an HR professional, business owner, or expat employee in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or any UAE free zone, this video is for you.

Learn why the UAE continues to offer tax-free salaries, what the exceptions are (like Emirati pensions and DIFC’s DEWS program), and how your payroll should be structured according to UAE labor law.

📌 Key Points the Video Includes

No income tax deduction for expat employees in the UAE

Tax-free salaries explained under UAE law

Only Emirati employees are subject to pension deductions

DIFC DEWS program mentioned as a special case

Importance of understanding local labor law

Payroll structure in UAE mainland and free zones

Clarification for expat business owners and HR teams

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