Keep the following recommendations in mind for how to communicate policies and procedures to staff:
1. Inform employees up-front
At the start of the project, let employees know that the company will work on developing (or updating) company policies and procedures.
Explain why the information is important and relevant, and what impact it will have on them.
2. Ask for feedback
To encourage employee involvement and buy-in, ask employees for their ideas about what they think should be included in the employee handbook or policy manual.
Incorporate as much of the employee feedback as possible.
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Training does not have to be provided all at once. You can schedule training sessions on an on-going basis or on an as-needed basis.
6. Request employee sign-off
It is important for staff to read the document to become familiar with the company’s policies.
Request each employee sign-off on having read the document.
A copy of the sign-off should be placed in the employee’s personnel file.
The manual or handbook is a living, breathing document. It should be reviewed and updated regularly – about once a year – and should incorporate any employee suggestions for improving the document. Remember that the handbook/manual also acts as an employer branding document which communicates to employees what it’s like to work for your company. It should be written in a tone and format that suits your company’s culture and personality. Following these recommendations, you’ll be well on your way to communicate your policies and procedures to staff effectively.
When a policy is put into writing it can be communicated in a variety of ways including:
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