Employee HanDbooks

SAMPLE Checklist

Overview and Employment Relationship
□ Introduction and Purpose of the Handbook
□ Welcome Message From the President/CEO
□ Company History
□ Company Vision
□ Company Mission
□ Company Values
□ Company Overall Goals
□ Company Commitment to Employees
□ Code of Conduct and Business Ethics
□ Non-solicitation Policy
□ Employee and Employer Confidentiality Agreement
□ Non-compete Agreement
□ Employee Handbook Disclaimer
□ Employment Relationship: At-Will Employment
□ Employee Signoff Signifying Receipt of the Handbook, the At-Will Statement,
and Employee Acknowledgement That He or She Understands and Will
Abide by the Contents
General Employment Information
□ Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
□ Accommodation for People With Disabilities
□ Employment Eligibility
□ Internal Employee Application Process
□ Promotions
□ Employment of Relatives
□ Rehiring Policy
□ Open Door Policy
□ Personnel File Policy
□ Access to Personnel Records
□ Harassment and Discrimination
□ Harassment and Discrimination Reporting Procedure
□ Harassment Investigation Process
□ Office Romances: Fraternization Policy
Attendance at Work
□ Exempt and Non-exempt Employee Definitions
□ Working Hours and Overtime
□ Break and Lunch Periods
□ Attendance Expectations and Policy
□ Severe Weather and Emergency Closings
□ Telecommuting Policy
□ Termination When Unable to Work Policy
Workplace Professionalism and Company Representation
□ Work Dress Code
□ Smoke-Free Workplace
□ Drugs and Alcohol: Drug-Free Workplace
□ Workplace Violence
□ Weapons at Work
□ Safety and Security
□ Parking
□ Workplace Visitors
□ Conflicts of Interest
□ Accepting and Giving Entertainment or Gifts
□ Travel for Business Policy
□ Mileage Reimbursement
Payroll Information
□ Compensation Schedule
□ Recording Time Worked
Benefits
□ Benefits Eligibility
□ Health Insurance
□ Dental Insurance
□ Vision Insurance
□ Group Life Insurance
□ Disability Insurance
□ COBRA
□ Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSAs)
□ RRSP Plan
□ Bonuses
□ Workers’ Compensation
□ Unemployment Compensation
□ Expense Reimbursement
□ Educational Assistance
□ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
□ Paid Legal Aid
□ Supplemental Insurance
□ Stock Options
□ Employee Discounts
□ Retirement
Employee Time Off From Work
□ Paid Holidays
□ Paid Time Off (PTO)
□ Vacation
□ Sick Leave
□ Attendance Policy
□ Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
□ Bereavement Leave
□ Jury Duty
□ Military/Reserve Leave
Use of Company Equipment and Electronics
□ Telephone Use
□ Cellphone Policy
□ Company Tools, Equipment, and Supplies
□ Computer and Internet Use Policy
□ Blogging and Social Media Policy
Monitoring in the Workplace
□ Email, Computer, Voicemail, Internet, and Telephone Usage
□ Video Surveillance and Physical Searches
Performance Expectations and Evaluation
□ Performance Development Planning and Feedback Process
□ Employee Conduct and Performance
□ Immediate Employment Termination
□ Progressive Discipline
□ Conflict Resolution
□ Complaint Procedure
□ Employment Termination
□ Exit Interviews
□ Return of Company Property