Oregon Construction Contractors (CCB) Practice Test

When new hires are given a policy guide or employee handbook, what should they do?

1. Be expected to commit it to memory

2. Sign a form confirming that they received that information

3. Be tested on it

4. Keep it confidential

The correct answer is: Sign a form confirming that they received that information

When new hires receive a policy guide or employee handbook, signing a form confirming that they received that information is important for several reasons. This process serves as formal documentation that the employee has been introduced to the company's policies, procedures, and expectations. It helps ensure that the employee understands they are accountable for following the guidelines outlined in the handbook, thus fostering compliance and reducing potential disputes regarding knowledge of company policies. Additionally, obtaining a signed confirmation protects the employer in case there are disputes about whether an employee was informed of certain policies, such as those related to conduct, safety, or other critical areas. This step establishes a clear communication protocol and reinforces the importance of the information presented in the handbook. While committing the handbook to memory, being tested on it, or keeping it confidential might seem relevant to some aspects of employee training and confidentiality, the primary objective when distributing an employee handbook is to ensure acknowledgment and understanding of the provided policies, making the act of signing a confirming form the most appropriate response.