Employee handbooks are a “must have” for every California employer. A good handbook protects both employer and employee by defining employer expectations and giving employees important guidelines to follow. By starting off your employment relationship with a well-written and compliant handbook, you show new hires that you care about them, their rights, and your legal obligations.
Some of the common mistakes that employers make are:
- not having a handbook
- not having a current legally compliant handbook
- not following the guidelines set forth in their own handbook
Integrity HR partners with you to create a handbook that not only works for you but is designed for the growth & sustainability of your business.
Some of the topics that should be covered in a well-written handbook include:
- Company history and mission statement welcoming new employees
- Recruiting and hiring
- Employment classifications
- Orientation and training
- Hours and flex time policies
- Internet access
- Termination procedures
- Anti-Discrimination policy
- Compensation
- Benefits
- Holidays, vacations, and leave
- Standards of conduct
- Background checks and drug testing
- At Integrity HR we can review your current handbook and suggest updates or we can start from scratch and craft a document perfect for your organization.
Call today to see how easy it can be to have the right employee handbook for your company!