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Note The content of a manual does not constitute nor should it be construed as a promise of employment or as a contract between [Organization Name] and any of its employees. [Organization Name] at its option, may change, delete, suspend, or discontinue parts or the policy in its entirety, at any time without prior notice.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................6 1.1 Welcome............................................................................................................................6 1.2 History...............................................................................................................................6 1.3 Changes in Policy..............................................................................................................6 EMPLOYEE DEFINITION AND STATUS.......................................................................................7 1.4 Employment Classification.................................................................................................7 1.5 Probationary Period for New Employees...........................................................................7 EMPLOYMENT POLICIES.............................................................................................................8 1.6 Equal Employment Opportunity.........................................................................................8 1.7 Affirmative Action/Diversity................................................................................................8 1.8 Americans with Disabilities Act..........................................................................................8 1.9 Immigration Law Compliance............................................................................................8 1.10 Employee Background Check.........................................................................................8 1.11 Criminal Records.............................................................................................................9 1.12 Anniversary Date.............................................................................................................9 1.13 New Employee Orientation..............................................................................................9 1.14 Personnel Records and Administration...........................................................................9 1.15 Change of Personal Data................................................................................................9 1.16 Safety............................................................................................................................10 1.17 Building Security............................................................................................................10 1.18 Personal Property..........................................................................................................10 1.19 Health-related Issues.....................................................................................................10 1.20 Employee Requiring Medical Attention..........................................................................11 1.21 Visitors in the Workplace...............................................................................................11 1.22 Employment of Relatives...............................................................................................11 1.23 Weather-related and Emergency-related Closings........................................................11
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STANDARDS OF CONDUCT.......................................................................................................12 1.24 General Guidelines........................................................................................................12 1.25 Attendance and Punctuality...........................................................................................12 1.26 Work Schedule..............................................................................................................12 1.27 Absence and Lateness..................................................................................................12 1.28 Unscheduled Absence...................................................................................................12 1.29 Meal and Break Periods................................................................................................12 1.30 Harassment Policy.........................................................................................................13 1.31 Sexual Harassment Policy.............................................................................................13 1.32 Violence in the Workplace.............................................................................................13 1.33 Confidential Information and Nondisclosure..................................................................13 1.34 Ethical Standards..........................................................................................................13 1.35 Dress Code....................................................................................................................14 1.36 Use of Equipment..........................................................................................................14 1.37 Use of Computer, Phone, and Mail................................................................................14 1.38 Use of Internet...............................................................................................................14 1.39 Use of Computer Software............................................................................................14 1.40 Smoking Policy..............................................................................................................15 1.41 Alcohol and Substance Abuse.......................................................................................15 1.42 Gifts...............................................................................................................................15 1.43 Solicitations and Distributions........................................................................................15 1.44 Complaint Procedure.....................................................................................................15 1.45 Corrective Procedure.....................................................................................................16 1.46 Crisis Suspension..........................................................................................................16 1.47 Transfer Policy...............................................................................................................16 1.48 Outside Employment.....................................................................................................16 1.49 Employment Termination/Resignation...........................................................................16
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1.50 Exit Interview.................................................................................................................17 1.51 Return of Company Property.........................................................................................17 COMPENSATION POLICIES.......................................................................................................18 1.52 Base Compensation......................................................................................................18 1.53 Performance Bonuses...................................................................................................18 1.54 Employee Ownership....................................................................................................18 1.55 Timekeeping Procedures...............................................................................................18 1.56 Overtime Pay.................................................................................................................18 1.57 Payroll and Paydays......................................................................................................19 1.58 Performance and Salary Reviews.................................................................................19 1.59 Opportunities for AdvancementProgression and Promotion......................................19 GROUP HEALTH AND RELATED BENEFITS............................................................................20 1.60 Benefits Summaries and Eligibility.................................................................................20 1.61 Health Insurance...........................................................................................................20 1.62 Dental Insurance...........................................................................................................20 1.63 Visual Care Insurance...................................................................................................20 1.64 Disability Insurance.......................................................................................................20 1.65 Life, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment Insurance................................................21 1.66 COBRA Notification.......................................................................................................21 1.67 Pre-tax Deductions for Expenses..................................................................................21 1.68 Workers Compensation................................................................................................21 1.69 Unemployment Compensation......................................................................................22 1.70 Social Security...............................................................................................................22 1.71 Retirement Plans and Stock Options.............................................................................22 1.72 Educational Assistance..................................................................................................22 1.73 Training and Professional Development........................................................................22 TIME-OFF BENEFITS..................................................................................................................24
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1.74 Holiday Policy................................................................................................................24 1.75 Vacation Time................................................................................................................24 1.76 Sick Leave.....................................................................................................................24 1.77 Bereavement Leave......................................................................................................24 1.78 Jury Duty.......................................................................................................................25 1.79 Military Reserves or National Guard Leaves of Absence...............................................25 1.80 Family/Medical Leaves of Absence...............................................................................25 1.81 Extended Disability Leaves............................................................................................25 1.82 Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment..................................................25 1.83 Personal Leaves of Absence.........................................................................................25 EXPENSES...................................................................................................................................27 1.84 Introduction....................................................................................................................27 1.85 Company Supplies, Other Expenditures........................................................................27 1.86 Expense Reimbursement..............................................................................................27 1.87 Relocation......................................................................................................................27 EMPLOYEE COMMUNICATIONS...............................................................................................28 1.88 Open Communication....................................................................................................28 1.89 Staff Meetings................................................................................................................28 1.90 Electronic Bulletin Boards..............................................................................................28 1.91 Suggestions...................................................................................................................28 1.92 Closing Statement.........................................................................................................28 ACKNOWLEDGMENT.................................................................................................................30 APPENDICES...............................................................................................................................31 1.93 Employment Manual Sections Omitted..........................................................................31
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INTRODUCTION
This document has been developed by Human Resources Department in order to familiarize employees with [Organization Name] and provide information about working conditions, key policies, procedures, and benefits affecting employment at [Organization Name].
1.1
Welcome
[Use the following sample text, or replace it with your own statement of welcome.] Welcome to [Organization Name]! We are happy to have you as a new member of our family! The mission of [Organization Name] is [your mission statement].
1.2
History
[Replace this text with your own history.]
1.3
Changes in Policy
[Use the following sample text, or replace it with your own policy.] This manual supersedes all previous employee manuals and memos. While every effort is made to keep the contents of this document current, [Organization Name] reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate any of the policies, procedures, and/or benefits described in the manual with or without prior notice to employees.
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1.4
Employment Classification
[Use the following sample text, or replace it with your own definitions.] Employees of [Organization Name] are classified as either exempt or non-exempt. This is necessary because, by law, employees in certain types of jobs are entitled to overtime pay for hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours per workweek. In addition to the above overtime classifications, every employee is assigned an employment status classification: regular full-time, regular part-time, temporary (full-time or part-time), regular hourly, contingent hourly, etc.
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EMPLOYMENT POLICIES
1.6 Equal Employment Opportunity
[Use the following sample text, or replace it with your own policy.] [Organization Name] is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, weight, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law.
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Affirmative Action/Diversity
[Use the following sample text, or replace it with your own policy.] [Organization Name] is committed to affirmative actions that will build on the strengths of our current workforce and continually enhance the diversity of our organization. Our actions include, but are not limited to, the following: [Action] [Action] [Action]
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Prior to making an offer of employment, [Organization Name] may conduct a job-related background check. A comprehensive background check may consist of prior employment verification, professional reference checks, education confirmation, and credit check.
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exemptions, needs to be reported in writing without delay to the Human Resources Department.
1.16 Safety
[Use the following sample text, or replace it with your own policy.] The safety and health of employees is a priority. [Organization Name] makes every effort to comply with all federal and state workplace safety requirements. [Organization Name]s workplace safety rules and regulations are the following: [Workplace safety rule or regulation] [Workplace safety rule or regulation] [Workplace safety rule or regulation]
Each employee is expected to obey safety rules and exercise caution and common sense in all work activities.
Employees are not allowed on [Organization Name] property after hours without prior authorization from their supervisor.
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STANDARDS OF CONDUCT
1.24 General Guidelines
[Use the following sample text, or replace it with your own policy.] All employees are urged to become familiar with [Organization Name] rules and standards of conduct and are expected to follow these rules and standards faithfully in doing their own jobs and conducting the companys business.
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[Organization Name] encourages employees to take a rest period and provides a paid rest period of ten minutes in the morning work period and ten minutes in the afternoon work period.
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[Organization Name] insists on the highest ethical standards in conducting its business. Doing the right thing and acting with integrity are the two driving forces behind [Organization Name]s great success story. When faced with ethical issues, employees are expected to make the right professional decision consistent with [Organization Name]s principles and standards.
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distribute copies of copyrighted material without authorization (Section 106). The only exception is the users right to make a backup copy for archival purposes (Section 117).
1.42 Gifts
[Use the following sample text, or replace it with your own policy.] Advance approval from management is required before an employee may accept or solicit a gift of any kind from a client. Employees are not permitted to give unauthorized gifts to clients.
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COMPENSATION POLICIES
1.52 Base Compensation
[Use the following sample text, or replace it with your own policy.] It is [Organization Name]s desire to pay all employees wages or salaries that are competitive with other employers in the marketplace and in a way that will be motivational, fair, and equitable. Compensation may vary based on roles and responsibilities, individual, and company performance, and in compliance with all applicable laws.
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Eligible employees are automatically covered by [Organization Name] disability plans. Disability insurance is designed to assist an employee with income should the employee become partially or totally disabled and be unable to perform the essential functions of his or her job. The summary plan descriptions explain long-term and short-term disability benefits.
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to take advantage of the continuing education initiative and further job specific training. All courses must be approved by a supervisor and a Human Resources representative.
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TIME-OFF BENEFITS
1.74 Holiday Policy
[Use the following sample text, or replace it with your own policy.] All [Organization Name] employees of regular status are eligible for holiday pay. Holiday pay will be based on the employment status of the employee, i.e., full-time employees will be credited with 8 hours of holiday pay and part-time employees will be credited with 4 hours of holiday pay, per holiday. [Organization Name] recognizes the following holidays as paid holidays: [Holiday] [Holiday] [Holiday]
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of absence must be requested in writing and are subject to the discretion of management and the Human Resources Department.
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EXPENSES
1.84 Introduction
[Use the following sample text, or replace it with your own policy.] The following is a comprehensive guide to the [Organization Name] expense policy and procedures for the reporting and reimbursement of expenses. Any manager who approves expense reports should be familiar with this policyauthorizing an expense report indicates to [Organization Name] that the expenses reported are legitimate, reasonable, and comply with this policy.
1.87 Relocation
[Use the following sample text, or replace it with your own policy.] This policy applies to current and newly hired [Organization Name] employees who will be relocated to a new office or location. Management, Human Resources, and Finance must formally approve all moves. [Organization Name] will pay reasonable costs of transportation and lodging in connection with the transfer of the employee and the employees dependents from the old location to the new location. Travel to the new location will be by the most direct route, and lodging arrangements should be made by or approved by Human Resources. This covers the period from when the employee leaves the old location and travels directly to the new location.
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EMPLOYEE COMMUNICATIONS
1.88 Open Communication
[Use the following sample text, or replace it with your own policy.] [Organization Name] encourages employees to discuss any issues they may have with a co-worker directly with that person. If a resolution is not reached, employees should arrange a meeting with their direct supervisor. If the concern, problem, or issue is not properly addressed, employees should contact the Human Resources Department. Any information discussed in an Open Communication meeting is considered confidential, to the extent possible while still allowing management to respond to the problem. Retaliation against any employee for appropriate usage of Open Communication channels is unacceptable.
1.91 Suggestions
[Use the following sample text, or replace it with your own policy.] [Organization Name] encourages all employees to bring forward their suggestions and good ideas about making [Organization Name] a better place to work and enhancing service to [Organization Name] customers. Any employee who sees an opportunity for improvement is encouraged to talk it over with management. Management can help bring ideas to the attention of the people in the organization who will be responsible for possibly implementing them. All suggestions are valued.
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information. It is also important to communicate ideas, suggestions, personal goals, or problems as they affect work at [Organization Name].
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I acknowledge that I have received a copy of the [Organization Name] Employment Policies, and I do commit to read and follow these policies. I am aware that if, at any time, I have questions regarding [Organization Name]company policies I should direct them to my manager or the Human Resources Department. I know that [Organization Name] company policies and other related documents do not form a contract of employment and are not a guarantee by [Organization Name] of the conditions and benefits that are described within them. Nevertheless, the provisions of such [Organization Name] company policies are incorporated into the acknowledgment, and I agree that I shall abide by its provisions. I also am aware that [Organization Name], at any time, may on reasonable notice, change, add to, or delete from the provisions of the company policies.
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APPENDICES
1.93 Employment Manual Sections Omitted
[Omitted section] [Omitted section] [Omitted section]
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