Documentation Requirements

Within an organization,,, maintaining documentation is dreaded my many, enjoyed by few, and viewed suspiciously by others. HR's role in maintaining legal and effective documentation is particularly pivotal.

Some documentation basics that HR professionals need to think about include

  • Knowing what needs to be documented: This includes federal, state, and local requirements—as well as documentation mandated by collective bargaining agreements, employment contracts, and/or performance management programs.

  • Knowing how to document: Many forms must be completed in accordance with specific, detailed, and mandatory guidelines. Those specific requirements can also reach into the ways in which documents are maintained, stored, ...

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