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The forms and policies collected below are intended as samples. Review them with your employment law counsel to confirm that they are appropriate for your specific needs and situation. Used as a starting point, these can greatly reduce the cost of having an attorney draft documents from scratch for use in your organization.

Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy
April 2008

In order to ensure a safe, healthful and efficient work environment you can use the following alcohol- and drug-free workplace policy . . . more »

Substance Abuse by Employees: Sample Last-Chance Agreement
April 2008

The following agreement gives an employee with a substance abuse problem one more chance, spelling out that he or she will be fired for not complying with its terms. However, if someone who signed . . . more »

Cellular Phone Policy
COCA Online Exclusive

Governor Schwarzenegger has signed S.B. 1613 into law, prohibiting the use of handheld cell phones while driving. The new law takes effect on July 1, 2008. Here's a sample cell phone policy you can use to encourage employees' safe use of cell phones while driving. You can tailor the policy to meet your organization's needs. . . . more »

Sample Telecommuting Agreement
Here's a sample agreement in the form of a letter signed by you and your employee. The letter can be easily modified to fit your needs. . . . more »

Sample Telecommute Policy

If telecommuting is right for your company, it's important to have a written policy so employees who wish to telecommute understand their rights and your expectations. Here's a sample policy that you can use . . . more »

Bulletin Item: Sample Whistleblower Poster

Notice Of Employee Rights And Responsibilities Under California's Whistleblower Protection Laws [Company] encourages you to report improper . . . more »

Health and Safety: Sample Communicable Diseases Policy

To assist with your preparedness efforts for all contagious illnesses, here's a sample policy on communicable diseases that you can tailor to fit your organization's needs. . . . more »

Sample Disciplinary Procedure
June 2006
Sample Disciplinary Procedure If the violation of company rules does not result in discharge, the disciplinary procedure is as follows: The offending employee will be given a verbal warnin . . . more »

Sample Seat Belt Use Policy
May 2006

[Company] recognizes that seat belts are extremely effective in preventing injuries and loss of life. It is a simple fact that wearing your seat belt can reduce your risk of dying in . . . more »