An Ounce of Prevention: Policies, Procedures and Proactivity

Webinar Overview

This webinar presents practical advice for employers looking to put themselves in the best position possible to defend against employment-related claims and, hopefully, help avoid them in the first place.

Our society is increasingly bureaucratized and documented rules and procedures are essential to working in this bureaucracy. From a cost vs. benefit standpoint, having written policies generally saves more money than it costs. While downloading policies from the internet, even if they’re free, may sound like a good idea, one generally gets what one pays for, as one-size-fits-all solutions are rarely as effective as solutions tailored to one’s specific needs, nor are they all vetted for accuracy.

What makes the most sense for a particular organization? What policies are must-haves? What are the latest best practices when it comes to employee handbooks and policies? What about training staff and your managers?

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the Role of Policies in Risk Mitigation: Recognize the importance of written policies and procedures in preventing and defending against employment-related claims
• Evaluate Cost-Benefit of Custom Policies: Compare the effectiveness of tailored policies versus generic, internet-sourced solutions
• Identify Essential Workplace Policies: Determine which policies are critical for organizational compliance and operational efficiency
• Develop Best Practices for Employee Handbooks: Understand the latest trends and best practices in creating, updating, and implementing employee handbooks
• Strengthen Proactive Training Measures: Design effective training programs for both staff and management to ensure proper understanding and application of workplace policies
• Customize Policies for Organizational Needs: Learn how to align policies with the specific needs and objectives of their organization

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