You may think creating a set of rules for the workplace may be overkill, especially if you have a small team. But if you’re worried about liabilities, it pays off to have a set of rules to protect you.

When thinking of work rules, think of general rules as this will help you to be flexible with the way you enforce them. Topics you should consider when making your rules should be the following;

• Absence
• Breaks
• Confidentiality
• Drug Abuse
• Meals
• Overtime
• Smoking

Having this set as written rules and also in a colleague handbook is a great idea. If you are a small business, handbooks may not be needed.