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    The document discusses the importance of a positive work environment and orientation for new employees. It outlines how labor laws establish rights for employees and employers. A good orientation makes employees productive quickly by introducing them to duties, expectations, policies and coworkers. Orientation encourages adaptation, effectiveness, and employee retention which contributes to a supportive team environment.

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    Recruitment & Orientation

    The Work Environment


    Objectives
    1. Demonstrate knowledge of the requirements of the work
    environment.
    2. Outline the structure and importance of an employee
    orientation programme.
    The Work Environment
    • A work environment describes the surrounding conditions in
    which an employee operates, such as the physical conditions,
    socialization as well as work processes or procedures.
    • Workers should have a comfortable work environment as this will
    help facilitate higher production, staff morale and a reduction in
    absenteeism.
    • A positive work environment is one that promotes employee
    safety, growth and goal attainment.
    • To safeguard the interest of the employee as well as the employer,
    labour laws have been established to govern the working
    environment.
    Labour Laws
    • Labour laws define the legal rights and obligations of working
    people and their organizations. Such laws generally cover:
    • Termination of employment
    • Registration, status and recognition of trade unions and
    employers’ organisations
    • Equality of opportunity and non-discrimination in employment
    • Occupational safety and health and the working environment
    • The International Labour Organisation (ILO) maintains a database
    of the Caribbean labour legislation.
    • For more information visit http://www.ilocarib.org.tt/projects/cariblex/
    The Work Culture
    • you are liable for your performance, continued failure to meet
    Responsibility the employer’s expectations may lead to loss of employment.

    • apply what you have learned in order to fulfil the duties and
    Knowledge & Skills responsibilities of your job.

    • work attitude affects quality of working life, advancement within


    Desirable Attitude the organisation, job satisfaction & organisational relationships.

    • with a salary comes more responsibilities, therefore set budgets,


    Money Management as well as save a portion of your salary.

    • socialize with your co-workers, however the focus is on doing


    Social Interactions your job and getting it done well.

    • structure work assignments to ensure completion of work, and


    Time Management develop multi-tasking skills to ensure completion of daily tasks.
    Orientation
    • Staff orientation, also called job-specific orientation or
    onboarding, is the process that is used to help employees fit in
    quickly with their new position.
    • A good orientation will make a significant difference in how quickly
    employees become productive.
    • Orientation is usually conducted by the supervisor or manager in
    the section or department in which the new recruit will be
    working.
    Orientation Programme
    • The following are some areas that are outlined at a
    recruitment/orientation session:
    • duties and responsibilities of the employee;
    • employer’s expectations of the employee;
    • organizational function;
    • rules and regulations of the organization;
    • policies and procedures to be followed;
    • training on operating equipment;
    • introduction to co-workers.
    Benefits of Orientation
    1. Provides the new employee with information, such as job expectations to
    make them more comfortable on the job and reduce anxiety.
    2. Encourages employee confidence and helps the new employee adapt faster
    to the job.
    3. Contributes to a more effective, productive workforce as employees may
    make fewer mistakes because of the induction training process.
    4. Improves employee retention.
    5. Promotes communication between the supervisor and the new employee.
    6. The orientation programme will help to foster a supportive team oriented
    work environment.
    7. Employees will be aware of the vision and mission of the organization,
    ensuring all employees are working towards to same goals.

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