Free Human Resources Health Check
1.Do all of you employee’s have employment contracts??
Yes / No
Yes - A contract is an important method of communicating what you will provide to an employee and what is expected of that person, it is important that time is spent over the contract as it is legally binding. Click Here for more infomation
No. - Under employment regs all employers are legally required to issue a statement of particulars within 2 months of their employment start date. Upon registering with HR Manager we can create bespoke contracts allowing you to comply with all current legislation, for more information click here. For more information click here
2. Do you have have an employee handbook detailing all policies and company guidelines?
Yes / No
Yes - It is important that all information is regularly reviewed and that all employees are aware of any updated policies and how they can affect them. Click here for an example
No - An employee handbook is an effective method of communicating to your employees what is expected of them and the procedures in place so that employee is aware of what could happen in a particular situation i.e. inappropriate internet usage. Upon registering with HR Manager we can provide you with the policies and procedures required for a handbook as well as updating them on a regular basis. Click Here for more details
3. Do you keep accurate employee records and do they comply with the data protection act?
Yes / No
Yes – It is important to remember that all employees are entitled to view all information held on them and should place a written request if wishing to view details held. All information should be kept securely and only authorised personnel should be allowed access. Click Here for details
No - Upon registering you will be able to set up your own personalised database allowing to keep all information about your employees up to date and using SSL all your information will be kept secure complying with all area’s of the data protection Act. All information is backed up on two separate servers. Click here for more info Click Here for more info
4. Do you have standardised letters to cover a variety of situations? (i.e. disciplinary, acceptance of resignation, offer letter etc..)
Yes / No
Yes - Do they conform to current legislation? If not you could be leaving yourself open to an employment tribunal, upon registering with HR Manager we will provide with a large number of documents that can be tailored to your organisation, these documents are updated on a regular basis.
No - Upon registering with HR Manager we will provide with a huge online library of resources that will meet you every need, these documents can be tailored to your organisation and are updated as and when necessary. Click Here for more infomation
5. Do you employ a Human Resource Manager?
Yes / No
Yes - If your company can sustain this position it can be incredibly beneficial to your business and your workforce, it can also provide an impartial person for employee’s to speak to and often improve the channels of communication throughout the organisation.
No - Sometimes information off the internet or from a book doesn’t quite answer the question on your mind, that is why i-resources offer a telephone and email support service in order to give you that personalised touch and address any issues you may have. I – resources is one of the most affordable options to outsourcing your HR needs. Click here for more information
6. Do you organise you training ‘in house’?
Yes / No
Yes – This is good practice if possible and allows for the aspect that the training is completely aimed at your organisation and reduces the amount of generic information produced. Training can be delivered in a number of ways and it is important that a record of all training is kept so that employee’s progress can be monitored.
No - Sometimes depending on the size of the company it is more effective to outsource your training to outside agencies (some funded). When registering with HR Manager we will provide with a large number of training resources allowing you to deliver a wide variety of training ‘in house’ possible reducing costs incurred to your business and maximising the effectiveness of the training delivered. Click Here for more info
Please feel free to email us if you have any questions, info@i-resources.co.uk
