An employer may use this form to proactively collect crucial information from employees regarding their experiences in the workplace. This information may pertain to the employee's understanding of their job title, role, expected tenure or compensation, whether the employee has read and understood the employee handbook or policy manual and whether the employee has experienced any inappropriate or illegal activities in the workplace. By utilizing this form at regular intervals and consistently across the pool of employees, employers can reduce the incidence of litigation and their exposure to damages resulting from litigation.
Employers that choose to use XpertHR's Periodic Acknowledgment Form to proactively gather valuable information from their employees should announce the commencement of this program to their employees. This form letter allows for customization based on the individual needs of employers, provides crucial guidance regarding implementation of the program and alerts employers to potential pitfalls.
Exit interviews are an extremely valuable yet under-utilized tool for employers. They can help to obtain extremely candid, useful information to improve problematic employment practices and can help identify post-employment legal risks when speaking with outgoing employees. This chart conveys the basic dos and don'ts of conducting exit interviews.