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Section : Establish communication channels
Domain : Human Resource Management
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This chunk outlines various effective communication methods that employers can implement to foster consultation and cooperation in the workplace, as discussed in the "Using best practice to support consultation and cooperation in the workplace" section of the best practice guide. These methods are essential for engaging employees, gathering feedback, and ensuring a collaborative environment during significant workplace changes.
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- An 'open door' policy - this means that owners or managers commit to being open and responsive to any work-related matters their employees want to bring to them
- Meetings - this could include team meetings, toolbox talks or 'town hall' meetings for the whole workforce. Large employers with staff in multiple locations might also organise senior managers to visit each location
- Surveys - employers might ask employees to participate in a survey to find out what they like (or don't like) in the workplace, what the employer is doing well and areas for improvement. Allowing employees to complete a survey anonymously is a good way to get honest feedback
- Employee committees - a consultative committee usually meets once every few months to discuss workplace issues and suggest actions. It's important that management is accountable for considering any of the committee's suggestions and responding in a timely way
- Social media and other technology - employers can also make good use of social media, electronic forums, video blogs and other technology to create new kinds of communication.
- What does an 'open door' policy entail for managers and employees?
- How can meetings facilitate communication between employees and management?
- What are the benefits of conducting employee surveys in the workplace?
- Why is anonymity important when employees participate in surveys?
- What role do employee committees play in addressing workplace issues?
- How often do consultative committees typically meet, and what is their purpose?
- In what ways can social media and technology enhance communication within a company?
- What might be some challenges of implementing an 'open door' policy?
- How can management ensure they are responsive to suggestions made by employee committees?
- What types of meetings might be organized by large employers with multiple locations?