Employee handbook
Workforce Management Glossary
Employee handbook
What is an employee handbook?
An employee handbook is a manual that is issued to all employees that specifies certain guidelines and policies as well as outlines expectations in regards to workplace culture and individual performance.
Essentially a reference book, it can be issued to new employees during the onboarding process or disseminated to staff at a later date. While templates can be used, this handbook is typically personalised for the company and the industry in which it operates.
Why is it important for companies to issue an employee handbook?
Crafting and then sharing an employee handbook amongst workers is a great way to lay the foundation for successful employment. With all policies and expectations laid out in clear terms, every employee knows where they stand and what their job entails.
Offering an overview of the company, the employee handbook highlights functions within the business and the processes which need to be followed whether they pertain to payroll and time-off requests or human resources and performance reviews or exit interviews.
How can companies make employee handbooks easily accessible?
Every worker within an organisation needs efficient and effective access to the employee handbook. This way, whether employees are working remotely or in the office, they have a resource they can consult.
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