Induction Training
Key points § The term 'induction training' is generally understood to mean the process by which a new employee is informed about his (or her) employer's business, the terms and conditions of his employment and his new duties and responsibilities – complemented by an introduction to the people with or for whom he will be working, the materials, machines, plant or equipment he will be expected to use, information and training about safe working methods, (hazardous substances, and the like), fire precautions and fire evacuation procedures; and so on. § In the smaller organisation, such as a light engineering works, depot, garage, workshop, retail outlet, restaurant, insurance office, public house, etc, induction training may consist of a brief chat with the immediate supervisor followed by an introduction to another employee who will 'show him the ropes'. In larger premises, such as factories, major manufacturing plants, chemical works or headquarters buildings, a ...