cahro Human Resources Department operates in three main areas:

• HUMAN RESOURCES
• EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
• HEALTH AND SAFETY

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telephone: 01376 324309
email: hr@cahro.co.uk

TESTIMONIALS

Strathclyde Partnership for Transport

HUMAN RESOURCES

cahro is an established and successful consultancy providing trusted and creditable consulting advice and human resource outsourcing to organisations. Many of our clients have a need to resolve hr issues in order to maximise and optimise their performance. Customers both in the UK and Internationally have used our services.

As a matter of routine our services include:

• Personnel Audit
• Employee Handbooks
• Personnel Policies, Procedures and Processes
• Manpower and Succession planning
• Job Analysis, Evaluation and Specification
• Compensation and Benefits planning
• Interim Management

cahro can provide Human Resource Support in two ways:

Consultancy - project work

Outsourcing - working alongside an organisations management on a regular basis

Consultancy - "complete confidence"

cahro's flexible consultancy is willing to undertake short-term as well as long-term assignments. cahro is able to fully harness their wealth of expertise, skill sets and modern technology to provide organisations with tailor-made solutions, no matter how big or small, where they are or what they do.

Outsourcing - "maximise your resources"

Organisations today generally acknowledge that they cannot contain all the expertise necessary for success. Outsourcing is seen as a solution, bringing with it a variety of business benefits to give an all-important competitive edge.

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS cahro can provide you with a full range of employee relations services.   In all cases we prepare and tailor documentation specifically for the needs of your organisation.   For Organisations: cahro will provide managers with tangible guidance and support in their conduct of disciplinary, grievance and Trade Union matters. cahro can assist with: Contracts of Employment Employee Handbooks Tribunal Preparation and Representation Disciplinary and Grievance Issues Mergers, Acquisitions and TUPE Redundancy and Outplacement Consultancy Employment Legislation Advice and Delivery If your organisation must declare redundancies, cahro will advise and guide management through the decision-making process ensuring legal compliance throughout. cahro is able to provide outplacement counselling for those who lose their jobs and for those that are retained.   For Individuals:  cahro is able to give impartial advice and support to individuals who believe they may have a problem within the workplace. This can range from grievance through to redundancy and dismissal.   cahro may also represent individuals at an employment tribunal. Often issues of this nature are resolved by arbitration and conciliation and cahro acts as a mediator.    cahro limited has established links with solicitors practices and is able to co-ordinate behind the scenes activity. HEALTH, SAFETY AND FIRE                                                                                        cahro offers a wide range of services to help organisations manage Fire, Health and Safety in order to control risks, reduce potentially expensive accidents and prevent injury.   cahro can provide you with a comprehensive appraisal and assessment of your organisations current Fire, Health and Safety arrangements.                                                       Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations.   Health and Safety Preliminary Audit to HS(G)65 requirements.  Fire Risk Assessments ensuring compliance with Fire Precautions (Workplace) Regulations 1999.     Health and Safety Inspections, Insurance and Accident Investigation.  Implementation of H&S Management System: Risk Assessment, Risk Management, Health & Safety Policies and Manuals, Safety Committee and Representative establishment and training.  Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and other Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR).  Display Screen, Ladders, High pressure and Fire hose reels inspection.  Personal Protective Equipment, Machinery, Noise at Work, Working Time Regulations and Working Practices. Our pre-eminent consultants have vast experience drawn from previous roles including Fire Service, Metropolitan Police and the Armed Forces, as well as commercial and industrial experience.   Consultants are trained to the highest standards holding qualifications including NEBOSH, MIOSH, Nursing, Security and NVQ Assessors.   cahro are able to tailor-make courses and development programmes to suit the specific needs of organisations.   For example cahro health and safety training courses include: Occupational Health and Safety Manual Handling - Theory, People and Objects Managing Aggression  Fire Warden and Fire Evacuation Train the In-House Trainers Conflict and Aggression Management  First Aid Training Infection Control Safe Handling of Medicines Food Safety Care / Residential Homes - bespoke and dedicated range of half                                   and full day courses For further information call 01376 324309 or email hr@cahro.co.uk  Many people are worried about using a solicitor or seeking expert advice. They are concerned about costs and the sensitivity of their particular situation. Feel free to call cahro Human Resources 01376 324309 for free and confidential advice. All calls are treated in the strictest confidence. ABOUT SOLICITORS and EMPLOYMENT LAW How can a Solicitor help me? By making you more aware of your rights, stronger than before, ensuring that you are getting a fair deal at work. You should also seek help when you feel aggrieved by the way you are treated at work. A solicitor will be able to: Give advice if you feel your rights have been violated, and assist you resolve the problem. Be the independent qualified lawyer if your employer asks you to sign a Compromise Agreement. Help you get the best possible compensation whenever appropriate, e.g. if you are injured at work, are discriminated against, denied legal rights, or dismissed. I do not have an employment contract. Should I have one? The relationship you have with your employer is a contractual one, even if there is not a written document. It is preferable to have a written contract, but often this does not happen. The likelihood is, however, that you are entitled to receive from your employer a written statement setting out details of certain aspects of employment rights and obligations. What is a Compromise Agreement? If your employer has decided, for whatever reason, to bring the employment relationship with you to an end, he/she may ask you to sign a Compromise Agreement. This document will usually set out the arrangements to apply on the termination of your employment, such as the payment of a severance package, any continuing obligations, and keeping the deal confidential. Its primary purpose, however, is to secure your agreement not to pursue any employment rights claims in a Tribunal arising out of the employment relationship or its ending. The law requires that, for the agreement to be valid, you must seek independent legal advice, and usually an employer will pay all legal fees. What is it like to bring a case in an Employment Tribunal, and how much does it cost? The Employment Tribunal does involve a significant amount of formality. Proper particulars of the complaint have to be set out. There are procedural steps to follow in respect of disclosing written evidence and exchanging witness statements. There may be initial hearings to deal with procedural matters or even to decide upon key issues. Then there is the final hearing itself, before a panel of three people. This follows a process akin to being in a Court, including having to face detailed questioning by your opponent or their legal representative (often a Barrister). Do not be put off. If your claim is for compensation and your case is strong enough your solicitor may work for you on a no win, no legal fee basis. This means that you will only have to pay a fee if you succeed in getting some money. Strict time limits apply for bringing a claim in an Employment Tribunal. Dont delay! How can I keep up with it? Whatever your situation, it is vital to keep up with the employment law. Keep abreast of changes in legislation or best practice, read our Employment Law Updates which will let you know of important decisions reached by Tribunals and Courts, and offer practical guidance on coping with everyday workplace issues. Send us your details, using the contact us / email us. Email hr@cahro.co.uk or telephone 01376 324309