Planning an Induction Program: What Should Be Included for Best Results?

I have to prepare an induction program. Could anyone help me with getting details on what is included in it, any checklists, contents, and how to schedule it to get the best results? Thanks! Rati

Hi,

To my knowledge, an induction program should contain the following aspects:

1. Introduction to the organization.
2. Introduction to the job profile.
3. Roles and responsibilities of the position.
4. Policies and procedures that are to be followed.

Hope our HR friends could extend the discussion with their ideas.

With regards,
K. Jayavel

Hi Rati,
You can follow these steps while preparing Induction Manuel-
1. Introduction of the Organisation
2. Vision
3. Mission
4. Reporting Hierarchy
5. Job Description
6. Rules & Responsibilities of the the Job
7. Policies & procedures of the organisation.
Here below find an Induction checklist of HR department
1) The unit/Department ‘mission, goals, and specific objectives
2) Structure of the unit/Department/Organization (ORGANIZATION CHART)
3) Probationary Period
4) Time Keeping/ Recording Hours, breaks and Lunch-time
5) Leaves and Holidays
6) Pension Schemes and Life Insurance
7) Car and other EXPENSES Claims
8) Disciplinary Procedure
9) Grievance Procedure
10) General rules, regulations and Employee relations reference materials
11) Department Special Policies
12) Transfer
Hope it will help you to get the things done.
Wish You All The Best.
Regards,
Amit Seth. [Login to view]

Hi Amit,

I would like to know the procedure to go about for induction. By this, I mean to ask whether we need to go for a presentation, induction manual, or what? I know the contents to be covered, but how is the question.

Rati

Hi Raty,

As we all know, visual effects last for a long time in the mind of an individual, and it would be more effective to describe a team. Therefore, the induction program should consist of a PowerPoint presentation rather than relying on manuals.

Here is a checklist to keep in mind when planning an induction program:

Checklist for Planning an Induction Course

1. Have appropriate rooms been booked?
2. Are the rooms big enough for all course activities?
3. Is the level of heating/cooling appropriate throughout the venue?
4. Is the lighting right for slides and the overhead projector?
5. Is blackout material available if required?
6. Is the sound quality adequate?
7. Is amplification required?
8. Are there enough seats?
9. Are the seats comfortable enough for the entire course duration?
10. Are there an adequate number of power points available?
11. Have you considered possible interruptions and taken measures to prevent them, such as:
a. Telephones in the training room
b. Noise from adjoining rooms
c. Noise from outside
d. Unrestricted entry
12. Do participants need to bring anything?
13. Have you sent joining instructions, including:
a. A map
b. Details on how to get to the venue
c. Start/Finish times
d. Train/Plane times
e. Dietary requirements
f. Names of course leaders
g. Contact address and telephone numbers
h. Has attendance been confirmed?
14. Is the preparation completely professional?

Regards,

Amit Seth.

Hi Rati,

May I know in which industry you are currently working? And what's your exact job profile over there?

Regards,
Amit Seth.

Hi, I just want to tell that the induction program is a simple and most important task performed by HR managers. This is only to make new employees comfortable and familiar with the new environment. It is the initial training given to employees to make them comfortable and to provide them with security about their career growth within the organization.

I hope that will help.

Hi,

I am new to citeHR. I must say it is an amazing tool for knowledge and content sharing. I am very new to L&D domain. My background experience is of an HR Generalist. Can you help me in developing this new profile as my core competence in the future? I am keen to learn about "train the trainer" modules as a start. Can someone help me by providing the details of this program? I don't have time to go and attend this training outside, so I would like to utilize this mode of learning online.

Regards,
Nayonika

Hi everybody,

I need your help urgently. Please suggest some induction games. The clock is ticking. I need something to get the mind working. It's really great to be a part of the HR community at citehr.

Thanks in anticipation.
Jaspal