No matter what size your company is, a formal orientation is the best way to welcome new employees and introduce them to your organization.

1. Five Must-Do’s for Employee
Orientation

2. • Immediately after start date
• Positive information
• Reinforces corporate image
• Familiarizes employee with company
• Open dialogue for questions
Formal Orientation:

3. 5 Components of
Employee Orientation
1. New hire paperwork
2. Company policies
3. Compensation and benefits
4. Employee handbook
5. Training

4. 1. New Hire Paperwork
• Form 1-9
• Form W-4
• State income tax withholding forms
• Employee should bring verification
documents with them: Social Security
card, driver’s license, passport, Permanent
Residence card (green card)

5. • Attendance and Leave: hours,
absenteeism, meals/breaks time off,
notice required
• Employee conduct: dress code,
telephone/computer use, expectations
• Safety/security: explain procedures,
distribute keys, identification, parking
passes
2. Company Policies

6. • Pay periods
• Direct deposit
• Payroll deductions
• Health Insurance
• Other benefits (401(k), flex time ,
Employee Assistance Programs,
tuition reimbursement)
3. Compensation and
Benefits

7. • Prepare a benefits packet
• Communicate deadlines for
return of enrolment forms
3. Compensation and
Benefits

8. 4. Employee Handbook
• Official written documentation of
company policies
• Employee should even sign and
return statement acknowledging
receipt and review of handbook

9. • Informal or Formal
5. Training

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