HR policies have always been a staple within HR Departments. Now, in the information age, it is expected that organizations understand what their stance is on HR matters, and execute it in a way that is respectful, just, and effective. According to Wikipedia, Human Resource policies are continuing guidelines on the approach of which an organization intends to adopt in managing its people.   They represent specific guidelines to HR, leadership and managers on various matters concerning employment and state the intent of the organization on different aspects of Human Resource management such as safety, recruitment, promotion, compensation, training, selections etc.  They therefore serve as a reference point when human resources management practices are being developed or when decisions are being made about an organization’s workforce. Every company is unique and will build their policies and practices around the culture that they want to create for themselves and their staff.  For example, with BC’s new laws, marijuana policies are becoming far more common as organizations determine their needs on site for their teams. Not every organization will need every policy. For example, collective bargaining only pertains to union environments. Some examples of basic HR policies include the following forms: Time Management …