Writing business policies can be time consuming and many managers simply don't know where to begin. Policies give guidance to your employees as they set out expected behaviours and detail how your company will deal with various issues. They are an important tool in managing your staff.

Changes to unfair dismissal legislation for small businesses (less than 15 employees) come into effect on July 1, 2009 and all organisations should ensure they have adequate policies and procedures in place to protect both the employer and their staff.

As a small business ourselves, we have developed templates that you will use on a daily basis, in a standard layout across your organisation. With a small amount of customisation you will be able to create an effective employee manual that will protect and balance the needs of your employees with your own rights and responsibilities. Your staff will be free to specialise in what they do best: improving your company's bottom line.

The Policies and Procedures listed here are a guide only and are for use by small to medium–sized organisations within Australia. Should any assistance be required with customisation, please contact Dawtek Online.

Dawtek's Online Store also contains customisable tender documentation in the form of instructions, guides, letters and templates. All you need to do is add your own company information.

For further assistance with business and technical documentation, tender writing and editing services, please contact Dawtek.