Company Handbooks

Company Handbooks are often referred to as Policy and Procedures Manuals. The handbook should be a statement of the policies of the business and how the business is to be conducted. It’s an important communication tool between the company and its employees.

The handbook should set out the company’s expectations of its employees, but it should also describe what they can expect from the company. It should be clear and as unambiguous as possible. Misunderstandings can create legal liabilities for businesses.

The company employee handbook should be one of the first formal communications that a company has with an employee after they are hired. In the event of a dispute or poor performance review, the company handbook will likely be the first place that the employee turns to.

The actual policies in the manual will vary from company to company, depending on its size, number of employees, and benefits offered. Many small business owners don't take the time to set out their personnel policies, but unfortunately, it has become essential in this day and age of lawsuits.

Here are the most important items you need to include in your personnel policy statement or company employee handbook:

• Statement of the company's goals and philosophy
• Working hours
• Statement of non-discrimination
• Procedures and policies for absence from work
• Performance evaluation procedures
• Pay periods
• Safety and accident rules
• Use of company property
• Vacation and holiday policies


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