An Introduction to the HR Management Standards for Nonprofits Module 1 HR Management Policy Framework & Employment Legislation hrcouncil.ca

Objectives HR Management Policy Framework and Employment Legislation (Standard Area 1) Understand how HR management policy frameworks and legislation contributes to your organization’s success in achieving its mission. Know the key elements of Standard Area 1. Be aware of resources that can assist you in implementing the Standard Area. Be able to identify next steps you must take to achieve this Standard Area.

HR Management Standards Standards are grouped into 6 broad clusters (p.4) Standards Each cluster has 5 parts (p.6): – Introductory statements (intent & benefit) – The Standard statement (result to be achieved) – Standard details (what to include/what to consider) – Implementation Considerations – Links to Resources (articles, research documents, tools & templates)

1.HR Management Policy Framework & Employment Legislation 2. Getting the Right People 3. Managing People & their Work 4. Workplaces that work 5. Training, Learning & Development 6. HR Planning Relationship among HR Management Standards

Assessment Take Stock: an assessment of your organization’s core functions

Standard Area 1: HR Management Policy Framework & Legislation All employers MUST understand and comply with legislation relating to employment. Your HR policies and practices MUST take into account the laws and regulations re: the employer-employee relationship. Legislation – framework Legislation interpreted through case law

Standard 1.1: HR management policies are formalized, documented and approved by the Board or approval as designated to the CEO/ED

Features of a practical policy Good organization and layout Relevant content Clear language Fairness and flexibility Legal compliance

Standard 1.2: HR management policies comply with employment, workplace health and safety, and other related legislation as applicable in the jurisdiction in which the organization operates.

For your topic, review the legislation and/or regulations that govern policies in NS and prepare responses to the following questions: A)What is the scope of the legislation? B)How can you get more information about the legislation? C)In what ways is this legislation relevant to HR management policies in your organizations?

Standard 1.3 HR management policies are reviewed on a regular basis and revised, if necessary.

Standard 1.4 HR management policies are made accessible to employees.

Standard How do you inform employees about policies? 2.Do your employees get to keep a copy? 3.Is there a central place where they are accessible? 4.When policies are changed or added. How to you notify people? 5.How often does your organization re-visit policies with staff?

Homework Review and rate an existing policy o r Create and rate your own policy

Objectives HR Management Policy Framework and Employment Legislation (Standard Area 1) Understand how HR management policy frameworks and legislation contributes to your organization’s success in achieving its mission. Know the key elements of Standard Area 1. Be aware of resources that can assist you in implementing the Standard Area. Be able to identify next steps you must take to achieve this Standard Area.

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For your topic, review the legislation and/or regulations that govern policies in NS and prepare responses to the following questions: A)What is the scope of the legislation? B)How can you get more information about the legislation? C)In what ways is this legislation relevant to HR management policies in your organizations? Employment Standards

For your topic, review the legislation and/or regulations that govern policies in NS and prepare responses to the following questions: A)What is the scope of the legislation? B)How can you get more information about the legislation? C)In what ways is this legislation relevant to HR management policies in your organizations? Human Rights

For your topic, review the legislation and/or regulations that govern policies in NS and prepare responses to the following questions: A)What is the scope of the legislation? B)How can you get more information about the legislation? C)In what ways is this legislation relevant to HR management policies in your organizations? Health & Safety

For your topic, review the legislation and/or regulations that govern policies in NS and prepare responses to the following questions: A)What is the scope of the legislation? B)How can you get more information about the legislation? C)In what ways is this legislation relevant to HR management policies in your organizations? Unionized Environment