© 2006 SHRM SHRM Weekly Online Survey: August 22, 2006 New hire orientation Sample comprised of 491 randomly selected HR professionals. Analyzing 491 responses of s sent, s were received (response rate = 19%). Survey fielded August 22 – August ; presentation generated on September 1, Margin of error is +/- 5%.

© 2006 SHRM SHRM Weekly Online Survey: August 22, 2006 Does your organization offer a formal orientation program for new employees?

© 2006 SHRM SHRM Weekly Online Survey: August 22, 2006 Does your organization offer a formal orientation program for new employees? ChoiceCountPercentage Answered Yes % No8216.7%

© 2006 SHRM SHRM Weekly Online Survey: August 22, 2006 What format does your organization use to conduct its new employees' orientation program? Note: Percentage does not total 100% as multiple response were allowed.

© 2006 SHRM SHRM Weekly Online Survey: August 22, 2006 What format does your organization use to conduct its new employees' orientation program? ChoicePercent of Cases Group-based session60% Individual session53% Computer-based session11% Other1%

© 2006 SHRM SHRM Weekly Online Survey: August 22, 2006 Booklets as well. Buddy Program Group session to cover basics for all new hires (conducted by GM & HR); also department specific- (checklist discussed by department manager) HR provides organization-wide information. Department managers provide orientation specific to the dept. I am creating a formal orientation program at this time. Paper & pencil take-home presentation/exams for HIPAA, ADA, and Blood-born Pathogens training Video training programs Videos