Aug 25 2010
Maximizing Your Employee Leasing/PEO services
With so many things to do each day, it can be easy to have your employee leasing services on “autopilot” – reporting hours, handing out paychecks and getting back to dealing with more pressing issues. But don’t overlook the benefits and services your employee leasing provider has to help you in running your business. Remember that while big companies are paying a pretty penny for an on-site human resources professional, you’re able to access the same highly qualified expert through your employee leasing provider as part of your services.
From hiring and firing practices, to handling conflict between employees or creating an employee manual that includes policies, procedures and guidelines. These are just a few services that can tighten up your internal processes and alleviate a lot of headaches over time. Some of the other services that you may benefit from are:
- Development of the employee’s job description.
- Finding out the salary and hourly compensation rates in your industry and area.
- Safety manuals, programs and training.
- Assistance in complying with OSHA regulations.
- Employee background checks and pre-hire drug testing (additional fees may apply)
- Implementing a hazard communication program.
- Ideas on how to improve employee loyalty.
A recent study released by the federal government’s Small Business Administration stated that the regulatory cost per employee for small businesses with less than 20 employees is $7,647! This number is expected to grow with increasing governmental intrusion on the business community. Use these powerful services to your advantage and to prevent future problems.