Employee policy
Creating a safe and healthy work environment is not only a requirement for Oregon employers, it’s a “best practice” among top-performing businesses. Browse these resources for information on how to create effective employee policies, and more.
Resources
Hiring for safety: policies, procedures, and rules
Practical information and examples.
Managing imposter syndrome in the workplace
Learn ways to help employees who may be struggling with imposter syndrome.
Safety incentives
- Here's a handout that describes the best way to provide safety incentives.
- Behaviors to recognize, along with descriptions of safety incentive programs used at other organizations.
Performance reviews
How to evaluate employee performance, including safety responsibilities.
Job descriptions [Spanish]
Writing an effective job description is an important risk management tool.
Employment and labor law resources (Small Business Administration)
Articles on how to hire and retain employees like using pre-employment background checks and writing employee handbooks.
Technical assistance for employers: Fact sheets and FAQs (Bureau of Labor and Industries)
Questions and answers on a variety of employee policy topics.