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Induction Checklist by Business Gateway
This document is an Induction Checklist Form designed to guide companies through the process of onboarding new employees. It ensures that all essential information, from company structure and job role to housekeeping, health & safety procedures, and key staff policies, is covered during the induction period. The form requires the new employee's signature to confirm completion and understanding.
General Risk Assessment by Business Gateway
This template provides a structured framework for conducting a general risk assessment, identifying potential hazards, and evaluating the risks associated with specific tasks or activities. It includes sections to list hazards, identify persons at risk, document control measures, and outline an action plan for unresolved issues. Special attention is given to training young persons and considering their experience levels.
Sample Job Advertisement by Business Gateway
This document is a template for a job advertisement for a Motor Vehicle Mechanic. It outlines the job responsibilities, required skills, experience, and desired attitude for potential candidates, along with instructions on how to apply. An alternative, more concise version of the advertisement is also included.
Set Of Interview Questions by Business Gateway
This document is a comprehensive template for conducting job interviews for a Motor Vehicle Mechanic position. It provides a structured list of questions covering general background, qualifications, experience, initiative, problem-solving, communication skills, and career ambitions. The template also includes dedicated sections for interviewers to add comments and assign scores for each question.
Reference Request Letter And Form by Business Gateway
This template provides a covering letter to formally request a reference for a prospective employee, accompanied by a detailed reference request form. The form prompts the referee to provide information on the applicant's employment history, work qualities, attendance, and suitability for the applied position. All information provided is to be treated with the utmost confidence.
Training Costs Agreement by Business Gateway
This agreement outlines the terms under which an employee agrees to reimburse their employer for training costs. It specifies conditions for reimbursement, such as voluntary withdrawal from the course, dismissal from the course, or resignation from employment within a certain period after course completion. The agreement also details how the reimbursement amount may be reduced over time.
Job Description by Business Gateway
This template provides a comprehensive job description and person specification for a Motor Vehicle Mechanic role. It outlines the position's responsibilities, working hours, and reporting structure. Additionally, it details the essential and desirable qualifications, experience, knowledge, and skills required for the successful candidate.
48 Hour Opt Out Letter by Business Gateway
This document is a 48-hour opt-out letter for employees under the Working Time Regulations 1998. It allows an employee to voluntarily agree to work more than the average 48-hour weekly limit. The employee can withdraw this agreement by providing three months' written notice to the company.
Holiday Request Form by Business Gateway
This Holiday Request Form allows employees to formally request time off from their employer. It requires employees to detail the specific dates and number of working days they wish to take as holiday leave. The form also includes sections for tracking annual leave allocation, previously taken leave, and the remaining balance, ensuring all requests are authorized before holidays are booked.
Apprenticeship Agreement by Business Gateway
This Apprenticeship Agreement outlines the main terms and conditions of employment for an apprentice. It details the apprentice's duties, working hours, remuneration, holiday entitlement, and sickness absence policies. The agreement also covers the training plan, responsibilities of both the employer and the apprentice, and provisions for termination.
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