Policies with a Purpose: A Compliant and Practical Approach to Employee Handbooks (On-Demand)

Course Description

This program will guide you through the process of creating an employee handbook that is both practical and legally compliant. We’ll cover the essential policies every handbook should include, how to align content with your company culture, and tips for staying up to date with employment laws. You’ll learn how to write clearly, avoid common pitfalls, and make your handbook a valuable resource—not just a document employees sign and forget. Whether you’re building from scratch or updating an existing handbook, this session will give you the tools to prepare a living document that serves both you and your employees for years to come.

Syllabus

1. The role of handbooks in fostering a respectful workplace and protecting the company
2. Best practices for structuring the handbook
3. Critical policies that should be included, plus those that might invite unnecessary legal risk
4. Wrapping your head around state and local leave laws
5. Keeping your handbook relevant and in compliance with new laws and regulations