- Personnel policies are often part of an employee handbook, which is distributed by the human resources department. The policies are important and contribute to the organizational structure of a company by providing a system of rules and regulations.
- Personnel policies protect the interest of employers. Following federal and state laws, the policies inform employees on the rules that govern an organization. Some of the personnel policies found in employee handbooks include hiring procedures, vacation and pay information, safety protocol and procedure, discrimination or sexual harassment clauses and leave of absence information.
- Personnel policies in most cases protect employees. A new employee is able to review policies and learn more about a company or organization. An employee unfamiliar with an organization may be interested in salary review information, benefit features and the use of company environment and equipment.
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