An employee handbook serves as an orientation manual by providing a new employee
with information about the employer such as company policies and procedures. A
handbook can also help protect the employer from legal liability. This form contains
standard language, including sections for job duties, employee responsibilities,
timekeeping procedures, payroll information, employee benefits, and leave policy, but
can be customized to fit the unique needs of any employee. This document should be
used by employers and is helpful to any human resources department.
Employee Handbook
Effective [Month, Day, Year]
THIS MANUAL IS MERELY A SUMMARY OF CURRENT POLICIES OF “Company”. NOTHING IN THIS MANUAL ALTERS
THE FACT THAT ALL EMPLOYEES OF THE COMPANY ARE EMPLOYED “AT WILL”. EMPLOYMENT MAY BE
TERMINATED WITH OR WITHOUT CAUSE OR NOTICE AT THE WILL OF EITHER THE EMPLOYEE OR COMPANY.
NEITHER THIS MANUAL NOR ANY OF ITS CONTENTS IS AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, AN OFFER TO ENTER AN
EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, OR PROVIDES EMPLOYEES WITH ANY CONTRACT RIGHTS.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome to “Company” 1
Employment Policies
Statement of Equal Opportunity 2
Discrimination and Harassment 2
Immigration Law Compliance 3
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) 3
Health Requirements 4
Drug-Free Workplace 4
Smoking 5
Confidentiality of Information 5
Employee Investigations 6
Workplace Violence 6
Safety
Safety Policy 7
Reporting Injuries 8
Incident Reports 8
Hazardous Chemicals 8
During Work Activities 11
Fire Emergency Procedures 11
Severe Weather 11
Employee Responsibilities
Hours of Work Schedule 12
Attendance and Punctuality 12
Conduct 14
Customer Relations 15
Dress Code 15
Appearance 15
Work Area 16
Telephone Courtesy and Usage 16
Use of Company Equipment 16
Desks, Lockers, and File Cabinets 16
Personal Property 17
Packages 17
Gifts 17
Outside Employment 17
Conflict of Interest 18
Supervisors 18
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General Payroll Information
Employment Categories and Classifications 19
Time Cards 19
Payroll 20
Payroll Deductions 20
Performance Reviews 20
Change of Personal Status 20
Benefits
Medical Insurance 21
Dental Insurance 21
Life Insurance 21
Section 125 Salary Reduction Plan 22
Retirement Plan (401k) 22
Paid Time Off 22
Holidays 23
Credentialing/Certifications 24
Election and Jury Duty 24
Military Leave 24
Employee Handbook Acknowledgement Form
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