Employee Handbook

Importance of the Employee Handbook Objectives Define what an employee handbook is Describe in detail the revisions that need to be implemented to create an effective handbook Identify the possible risks of not implementing such revisions What is an employee handbook A guide to the general rights and responsibilities of all employees in the workplace A set of standards that qualify what acceptable and unacceptable behaviors are A protective measure for both employee and employer that frames company rules and regulations Contents of an effective employee handbook The Welcome Statement

br Gives employees a specific idea of the nature and purpose of its employers Is essential in aligning employee values with company ideals Definitions Gives specific meaning to various positions , employment designations , and operational terms used throughout the handbook Contents of an effective employee handbook Procedures Outlines what an employee should do in to effect various options that the employee has while working in the company Salary Benefits Meticulously explains how compensation is computed , what benefits are granted , and how rewards are awarded Contents of an effective employee handbook Rules Policies Explains all regulations that should be followed by every employee Details the set of sanctions that can be given to an employee violating a regulation

Risks of not having a clear and effective employee handbook Vagueness in the handbook may lead to circumstances when employees cannot be held liable for their actions , any loophole may be exploited when the opportunity presents itself The company may become legally liable in...