HUMAN RESOURCE REVIEW
Cardinal can complete a full HR checkup—including administration, employee files, compliance, handbook, orientation, training, performance management, and termination procedures. The intended outcome of an HR audit is to minimize your liability exposure and introduce or enhance your HR policies.
LABOR LAW COMPLIANCE
Today’s employment laws are far-reaching, and managers and the organizations they work for can’t afford the luxury of ignorance. Employers must be current on recent case law interpretations to know precisely how those laws apply to situations within your organization. Otherwise, you risk employee complaints, lawsuits, and hefty fines. Federal and state laws and the court’s interpretation of those laws are constantly changing. Our team of advisors is just a phone call away and can provide you with the most up-to-date advice and work out a suggested plan of action.
PERSONNEL RECORD KEEPING
Cardinal provides ongoing maintenance of employee files for our clients. We can help cut through the confusing privacy requirements surrounding medical information storage, social security numbers and the growing stacks of government-required documentation. We can assist you concerning which files you have to keep, when you can safely throw files away, and how to avoid the fines, penalties, and overpayments that can result if your organization fails to meet federal and state agency requirements.
HANDBOOK AND POLICY DEVELOPMENT
Handbooks provide crucial policy guidance for both employees and employers, from outlining benefits and procedures to defining conduct and discipline. Your handbook is also your best defense against costly litigation. The language you use and the provisions you include can make or break a lawsuit and can stop disputes before they arise. We can create, review, or assist in preparing new or existing policies and handbooks.
ESTABLISHING HIRING PROCESS
Cardinal can assist with job descriptions and recommend the best recruiting platforms that will get the most applicants. We can perform hiring interviews, coordinate interview scheduling, develop company hiring procedures and assist with proper HR compliance in interview situations. We also provide applicant screening, testing and new employee orientation specific to your company’s needs.
EMPLOYEE ORIENTATIONS
Are you taking the necessary steps to retain your new employees long-term? The Department of Labor reports that 66% of new hires remain with a business for three years or more if the employees participate in a structured orientation process. We can provide the guidelines and forms necessary to design a customized orientation process focused on setting up your employees for success.
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
Documenting performance is a company’s best defense against retaliation claims. When done correctly, appraisals and reviews can help management engage and retain top performers. We can help you prepare for an appraisal, assess an employee’s performance fairly and deliver the evaluation.
TERMINATION RELATIONS
The way you handle terminations can have far-reaching implications. A well-thought-out and executed termination makes your business run much smoother. A poorly prepared termination can cause litigation and lower company morale, tying up your time, energy, and money. We can provide advice and step-by-step guidelines according to company policy and, in some situations, provide on-site support for layoffs and terminations.
SAFETY MEETING/COMMITTEE SETUP
Safety is critical to the success of all businesses. Cardinal works to keep you in compliance and to stay abreast of changes. We will construct either a safety meeting or committee to fit your business. We will also provide specific hazard analysis, evacuation plans, post-accident investigation training, and site safety notes related to your worksite.
SAFETY TRAINING
We can provide the training to keep you compliant with OSHA regulations. This may include anything from Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), respirator training, onsite equipment training, hazard communication, MSDS books, and more. Based on this training, we can create a new employee safety orientation process customized for your company.
OSHA COMPLIANCE
Cardinal is available to help mitigate penalties or responsibility when dealing with an OSHA claim. We also offer on-site services as your advisor during OSHA visits and consultations.