Teenagers bring energy and ambition to your workforce and can be the
talent you rely on in the future. By providing
jobs for teens today, businesses are
helping ensure a viable labor force for the future. The working teens are also
building an ethic for their later lives. Ethics such as working as a team, completing tasks and taking
responsibility. Kids learn these skills through employment. But as an employer, be aware.
Today's teens are very savvy in fashion, technology, and pop culture but
they're a lot less savvy about their rights on the job. That doesn't mean that their parents aren't
up on "the law". So before
hiring that summer help - make sure your management and supervisory team review
your employment policies.
--Young
people are frequently targets of sexual harassment in the workplace. One study by University
of Southern Maine professor Susan Fineran found that 43 percent of teens who'd
worked had experienced such harassment, a
situation that's getting increasing play in the media. Be
certain to train both the teens and those they work for and with on your
harassment policy, including the right to complain to management without fear
of retaliation. It will be worth your time and effort!
Don't forget that Safety Training Course as part of your well-rounded HR program for all. Enjoy your Wednesday! Loving this short week....
