How do I make my orientation program effective?

How to design an effective orientation program
  1. Welcome the employee.
  2. Provide the employee handbook.
  3. Go over policies.
  4. Thoroughly explain the details of the job.
  5. Set goals and action steps.
  6. Clearly define overarching expectations.

Know more about it here. Consequently, how can I improve my program orientation?

Improve Your Orientation Process in Five Steps

  1. Make a solid plan ahead of time for new employee orientation.
  2. Make a game plan for team building.
  3. Communicate clearly about the job and the company.
  4. Teach, teach, teach.
  5. Offer specific expectations (and encouragement) early on.

Beside above, what items do employees receive during orientation?

  • Welcome message. Start out by giving new employees a brief introduction to your company and a tour of the workplace (this can include an overview of the company's history, mission, values, and culture).
  • Compensation/benefits.
  • Paperwork.
  • Attendance/leave.
  • Safety/security.
  • Conduct.
  • Training.

Besides, what should be included in an orientation and training program?

Your orientation program can provide employees with a proper introduction to your company, what's expected and where they fit in to overall goals.

  • Tour the Facility.
  • Introduction to Co-Workers.
  • Review Employee Handbook and Paperwork.
  • Review Goals and Job Expectations.
  • Provide Training and Shadowing.
  • Assign a Mentor.

Do you get paid during orientation?

Because new hire orientation is generally held during normal hours, is mandatory, is related to an individual's employment and can require the performance of some work, such as the completion of new hire paperwork, employers must pay employees for the time spent in a new hire orientation.