Human resource policies

Human resource policies are systems of codified decisions, established by an organization, to support administrative personnel functions, performance management, employee relations and resource planning. [http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=define%3A+human+resources definition] -Definition]

Each company has a different set of circumstances, and so develops an individual set of human resource policies.

Purposes

HR policies allow an organisation to be clear with employees on:
* The nature of the organisation
* What they should expect from the company
* What the company expects of them
* How policies and procedures work at your company
* What is acceptable and unacceptable behaviour
* The consequences of unacceptable behaviour

The establishment of policies can help an organization demonstrate that it meets requirements for diversity, ethics and training. In order to fire a person it may be necessary to show cause compliant with employment contracts and collective bargaining agreements; the establishment of HR Policies to document steps in procedures, including displinary procedures, is now standard.

Developing the HR Policies

HR policies provide an organisation with a mechanism to manage risk by staying up to date with current trends in employment standards and legislation.

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