Communicating legislation to employees

Question 1

induction training

Answer 1

This is training a new employee when they start a new job

They should receive a copy of the Health and Safety policy and also receive any necessary training on health and safety and data issues

Question 2

notice boards

Answer 2

refers to displays in certain high traffic areas to reminds staff about procedures (eg. fire drills)

these can be eye catching and constantly on display

However, information may be ignored/missed by staff.

remote employees may miss important information

Question 3

staff meetings

Answer 3

refers to gathering staff either in one location or online to pass on information regarding health and safety.

these are useful where information needs to be given to all staff

one of the quickest ways of ensuring important information is passed on

allows instant feedback on information given

staff attendance can be taken

however, could be time consuming

Question 4

email

Answer 4

Time saved as all staff can be contacted at once through a group e-mail

Files can be attached to provide additional details

Can mark the e-mail as urgent/important to gain the attention of staff

however, no guarantee staff have familiarised themselves with the e-mail or attachments