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Full text of written policies and procedures - some currently in use.

Animal Control on Campus [19904] ?

Full text of policies and procedures related to pet control on campus

Cheerleading Safety Guidelines [22392] ?

Full text of sample safety rules and policies for cheerleading

HACCP Demonstration Plans - Meat [14334] ?

Templates of HACCP plans, including forms for meat processors

Construction Insurance » Hold Harmless

Hold harmless agreements

Hold Harmless and Indemnity Agreements [3254] ?

Full text of a university's policy on hold harmless and indemnity agreements

Ergonomics » Programs

Resources and references on ergonomics programs

Safety & Health Program for VDT Operators [13994] ?

VDT safety policies and procedures required of NIEHS employees

General Business » Ethics

Business ethics and codes, samples, guidance to ethical decision making

Codes of Ethics Online: Business [12009] ?

List of codes of ethics available to be viewed online

Corporate Codes of Ethics On-Line [12010] ?

Examples of company codes of ethics

General Business » ISO 9000

Info on development, content & application of ISO 9000 standards to quality mgt

Quality Systems Manual: Machining [3462] ?

Full text of an ISO 9002 compliant manual for hot forging & machining of metals currently in use

General Business » Nonprofits

Management of nonprofits, risk management, insurance, issues

Think Tank Primer [12327] ?

Covers planning, operations, fundraising, marketing and relationship building

General Business » Purchasing

References on business supply management and purchasing

Purchasing and Business Services Manual [8427] ?

Full text of a university's purchasing and business services manual

Human Resources » Benefits

Employee benefits, COBRA, defined benefit plans, cafeteria plans, etc.

Benefits Services [8842] ?

Home page of a university website for staff and faculty on benefits

Initital Notification of COBRA Rights [11104] ?

A fill-in-the-blank letter template to comply with COBRA notification laws - plus checklists

Human Resources » Handbooks

Full text of employee handbooks

Handbooks and Procedure Manuals [9046] ?

Full text of a series of handbooks, policy & procedure manuals for faculty and students

Human Resources Policy Manuals [8309] ?

Text of a university's HR manuals

Research Policy Handbook [8948] ?

Policies, guidelines & general information related to the research enterprise at a major university

Retiree Benefits Handbooks [8307] ?

Full text of a series of benefits handbooks for retirees

Sample Employee Handbook [21562] ?

Full text of a sample handbook for employees

Staff Employee Handbook [1989] ?

Full text of a staff handbooks in use by a major university

Staff Handbook [pdf] [8318] ?

Text of a faculty staff handbook

Staff Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual [8425] ?

Full text of a university's human resources manual

Student Handbook [8317] ?

Full text of a university's student handbook

VA-Virginia Faculty Handbook [16900] ?

Handbook for a state university

Human Resources » Hiring

Recruiting and hiring practices and the ADA, negligent hiring claims and more

New Hire Paperwork [13111] ?

Items to include in a new hire packet

Recruiting and Hiring Templates [11115] ?

Sample forms, templates, checklists related to the recruiting and hiring process

Human Resources » HR Departments

Home pages to government and university departments of human resources

CA-California Department of Personnel Administration [12591] ?

Home page to the human resources department for the state of California

CO-Colorado Human Resources Services [11171] ?

Home page of the human resources division for state government agencies in Colorado

Human Resources » Job Analysis

Full text of sample job descriptions, checklists, documents of job analysis

Job Descriptions [2509] ?

Full text of University of Southern California's job descriptions - approx. 20 categories

Human Resources » Layoffs

Industry layoff guidance, reports, laws

Plant Closings, Layoffs and Workers’ Compensation [20038] ?

Workers Compensation Claim Management Best Practices for Plant Closings or Layoffs

Human Resources » Leave

FMLA, leave policies and forms

Family Medical Leave Act Forms [9591] ?

Examples of HR forms related to the Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave or Time-Off Policies [11109] ?

Sample policies that you can customize to create your own personal leave policy

Leave Policies [16904] ?

Full text of leave policies in use at a major university

Policies & Procedures: Leaves [23559] ?

Example of a policy and procedure for leaves in use at a major university

Human Resources » Performance

Addressing worker workplace performance

Employee Performance Evaluations [1865] ?

Guidance and forms for managers to conduct a performance review - policies, procedures, forms

Employee Performance Management System [9776] ?

An example of a US government agency's procedures for performance review

Guide to Performance Management [8113] ?

Guidance on employee performance appraisals

Human Resources » Policies

Ready-to-use sample letters, contracts, forms, policies, checklists

Laboratory Animals in Research [8952] ?

Sample animal care policy on laboratory animal treatment

AR-Arkansas State Personnel Policy [15859] ?

Text of the policies for the state personnel system

Australia: University Policies and Procedures [9583] ?

Text of academic, fiscal, personnel, property/facilities policies in use by a major university

Business Templates [2028] ?

A variety of business templates: sample letters, contracts, forms, policies and checklists

Canada: HR Policies for Nonprofits [24079] ?

Sample human resources policies for nonprofits in Canada

Classified Staff Human Resources Policy Manual [11323] ?

Full text of a medical center's HR policy manual

Departmental Personnel Manual [5959] ?

Text of a human resources manual currently in use by US DOT

Employee Records Policy [23556] ?

Example of an employee files policy in use by a major university

Environmental Health and Safety Policies [8950] ?

Links to the full text of environmental and safety policies of a major university

FHWA Personnel Resource Manual [12585] ?

Full text of the personnel manual for the Federal Highway Administration

First Aid Policy [pdf] [16509] ?

Full text of a sample first aid policy

FL-Florida State University Policies and Procedures [23470] ?

Full text of polices and procedures

Fragrance Free Workplace Policies [348] ?

Advice for creating fragrance-free workplaces

GA-Georgia University Human Resources Policies & Procedures [23842] ?

Text of a student handbook, academic affairs policies, administrative forms

Human Resources Guidelines [5245] ?

Full text of guidelines in use by a major university

Human Subjects Research Policy [8953] ?

Example of a policy on human subjects in research

MN-Minnesota University-Wide Policies [22403] ?

Full text of human resources and other university policies

Model Policy for Sexual Harassment [21983] ?

Fill in the blank model sexual harassment policy

MT-Montana Board of Regents Policy & Procedures Manual [9595] ?

Full text of the Montana University policies and procedures manual

MT-Montana Personnel Policies [22079] ?

Personnel policies and procedures manual for the state

NC-North Carolina Human Resources Manual [21822] ?

State personnel manual, human resources manual

ND-North Dakota Dept of Labor Sample Policy Manual [doc] [11230] ?

A sample policy manual that employers may use as a guide when creating or reviewing their own manual

PA-University Policies [8310] ?

Full text of policies in use by a major university

Personnel Policies for Staff Members [3281] ?

Full text of a staff personnel manual currently in use by a university in California

Personnel Policy Manuals [21575] ?

Manuals set forth policies of the US Army & Air Force Exchange Service (pdf)

Policies & Procedures Index [9592] ?

Full text of policies and procedures in use at a major university

Privacy and Employee Monitoring Policy [11106] ?

Sample policy to set up a program to monitor employee communications

Romance In The Workplace [1985] ?

There are two types of policies regarding dating or establishing relationships in the workplace

Sample Fragrance-Free Policy [24274] ?

Example of suggested policy language

Sample Personnel Policies - Local Government [20861] ?

These samples are for the principal use of cities, towns and counties

Scientific Misconduct [8956] ?

An example of a policy on scientific misconduct

University Human Resources Policies & Guidelines [5244] ?

Text of HR policies, payroll guidelines, etc in use by a major university in Pennsylvania

US Army Corps of Engineers Human Resources Regulations [6463] ?

Full text of a wide variety of human resources policies

US Army Employee Manual [21572] ?

300+ page manual relating to civilian employee policies

UT-Utah University Policy & Procedures Manual [6396] ?

Full text of the policies & procedures manual for the University of Utah

Human Resources » Staffing

Alternative staffing. Independent contractors. Outsourcing.

Handbook on Alternative Work Schedules [20225] ?

Handbook in use by the federal government for federal employees

Human Resources » Telecommuting

Fill-in-the-blank telecommuting policies, training programs, etc.

Practice Brief: Telecommuting [16196] ?

Steps for Implementing Telecommuting Programs

Sample Telework Policy and Agreement [pdf] [3599] ?

A sample telework plan

State Employee Telecommuting Program [3591] ?

State of Florida resources related to telework - policies, guidelines and more

Telework - Checkout List [23500] ?

Designed to ensure that your telecommuting employee is properly oriented to the policies and procedures

Telework Program [3597] ?

Materials to help you set up a telework program, including sample telework policy

VA-Virginia Telework Program [14414] ?

Telework!VA can help your company offset the cost of starting up or expanding a telework program

Human Resources » Volunteers

Articles, sample policies and agreements related to volunteer management

Sample Volunteer Agreement [pdf] [25334] ?

Example of a form in use at a major university

Volunteer Injury Coverages [15781] ?

Full text of a risk management policy in use by state agencies in Oregon - includes forms

Industrial Hygiene » Hazard Communications

Full text of hazard communication programs and resources

National Institutes of Health Hazard Communication Program [pdf] [5121] ?

Text of the NIH's Hazcom Program including checklist & form

Industrial Hygiene » Molds

Guidance on indoor air quality and molds

Mold Growth: Prevention and Remediation [pdf] [22394] ?

Sample policy and procedure for preventing or remediating mold growth

Industrial Hygiene » Radiation

Radiation control programs, technical manuals, tutorials and more

Radiation Safety Guide [13998] ?

Full text of a radiation safety guide in use by a government laboratory

Legal » E-Privacy

Sample internet privacy policies and statements, COPPA requirements

Model Privacy Policy Disclosures [doc] [13698] ?

Privacy policy guidelines

Online Behavioral Advertising Privacy Principles [pdf] [16927] ?

A set of proposed principles to guide the development of self-regulation in this evolving area

Legal » Internet Law

Case developments, articles, resources related to internet technology

Internet Anti-Piracy Campaign [5269] ?

SIIA monitors and takes action against piracy of software and content taking place over the Internet

Legal » Sexual Misconduct

Case developments, articles, resources related to sexual harrassment

Church Procedures for Handling Complaints of Sexual Exploitation or Harassment [pdf] [22349] ?

Policy guide for churches with sample policy statement and procedures

Safety » Construction Fleet

Fleet hazards and recommended controls related to various industries

Landscapers: How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Hauling [5064] ?

A simple routine can prevent major mishaps

Safety » Cranes-Hoists

Crane and hoist safety program materials

Hoist Safety Rules [doc] [16226] ?

Sample fill-in-the-blank hoist safety policy

Safety » Swimming

Pool and spa safety - drowning prevention

Lifeguard Manual [16588] ?

Full text of a sample lifeguard manual

Swimming Safely in Lakes, Rivers and Streams [pdf] [16589] ?

Safety advice for swimmers

Safety » Welding

Bulletins, guidance on safety in welding

Hot Work Safety Requirements [pdf] [36010] ?

Includes a sample hot work permit policy and a safety checklist

Safety Management » Accidents

Accident investigation programs, job safey analyses, etc.

Accident Investigation Procedure [23795] ?

Example of a safety policy related to accident investigation

Safety Management » Committees

Safety committees, safety teams, etc.

Safety & Health Committee Manual [pdf] [11938] ?

Full text of a safety committee manual used by the National Institutes of Health

Safety Management » EHS Departments

Home pages of environmental health & safety departments

NIEHS Employee Health and Safety [13992] ?

Conducts programs to create and maintain a safe and healthful environment for employees

Safety Management » Industries

Safety and health hazards & controls in specific industries

School Environmental Safety and Health Program [22619] ?

Environmental health program materials for schools

Safety Management » Safety Programs

Full text of over 30 workplace safety and health programs & manuals

Injury & Illness Prevention Program for Schools [11369] ?

A Model Injury & Illness Prevention Program which can be adapted to the needs of the school

Safety Manuals, Guides, Policies [13993] ?

Series of safety manuals - general safety, radiation, biological, facility, emergency preparedness

Safety Policy Sample [20141] ?

Contains the essential elements of a safety policy

Safety Policy Statement [11584] ?

Sample policy statement in use by a municipality

Sample Workplace Safety Policy [20136] ?

A sample corporate safety policy statement

Security » Access Control

Tactics, techniques, procedures for creating a security access-control system

Campus Access Control Policy [21563] ?

Example of a policy relating to access and key control

Security » Employee Theft

Employee dishonesty insurance and risk management

Employee Dishonesty Policy Manual [15780] ?

Full text of a policy manual in use by state agencies in Oregon

Security » Manuals

Full text of reference manuals for security program operations

Security Alarms System Policy [19912] ?

Full text of a policy relating to security alarm systems

Security » School Security

Guides for schools to prevent violence - checklists, sample policies

Blueprints for Violence Prevention [19163] ?

Ten model violence prevention programs

OR-Oregon School Violence Prevention [23501] ?

Sample policies to assist schools in complying with state laws related to school violence prevention

Sample Model Policy Prohibiting Bullying in Schools [24331] ?

Model policy prohibiting harassment, intimidation, bullying on school property, at school events & on school buses

Security on Campus [10337] ?

Complying With The Clery Act and more

The Challenge: Creating Safe and Drug-Gree Schools [11376] ?

A guide for schools to prevent violence & drug use

Security » Violence

Guidelines, statistics, resources for preventing violence in the workplace

Employee Conduct Sample Policy [26604] ?

Example regarding minimum standards of conduct among employees

Technology » Accessibility

Guidelines on making web page content accessible to the disabled

America Online Accessibility Policy [18489] ?

Full text of the website accessibility policy posted by AOL

Workers Comp » Return to Work

Managing workers compensation costs by returning injured workers to work

Injured Texas Worker Checklist [25906] ?

To be given to the injured employee regarding WC return to work

Temporary Modified Duty for Industrial Injuries [16322] ?

Text of a policy that outlines the procedures plus a sample letter to be sent to the injured worker

Workers Comp » WC Programs

Support materials for implementation of workers compensation programs

Workers Compensation Program [8311] ?

A university's workers compensation program






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