Question

Explain Social Responsibility towards Employees?

Answer 1

Introduction: -Employees are the human resources that must be treated with dignity and respect. Mutual confidence and trust in the employee will bring success to managerial goals. The government has passed various labor laws to safeguard the interest of employees. The business has the following responsibilities towards employees.

Definitions: - "The personal obligations of the people as they act in their own interest to assure that the rights and legitimate interests of others are not ignored." Defined by.......... (Koontz and O'Donnell)

Responsibilities towards Employees:                        

1. Job Security: -Some companies employ workers on a temporary basis for years together. Employees should get a guarantee of employment. The security of the job provides mental peace and employees can work with full dedication concentration. It will raise their morale and loyalty towards the organization.

2. Fair Remuneration and allowances: -A business organization must pay adequate wages and other incentives like bonuses, overtime allowance, etc. Remuneration should be fixed according to the nature and importance of work. Suitable wages plans providing increments and revision of wages is essential.

3. Good working conditions: -The employees should be provided with good working conditions such as adequate lighting, ventilation, drinking water, etc. Necessary steps should be taken to avoid air, water, and sound pollution. Provisions of proper working conditions increasing the efficiency of the employees.

4. Protect Health and Provide Safety Measures: -Business should protect the health and hygiene of employees. Canteen facilities, medical facilities as well as proper sanitation must be provided to workers. Proper maintenance of machines and premises must be done to prevent accidents and control pollution.

5. Promotion and Career Opportunities: -Businesses should offer adequate opportunities for promotion to their talented employees. They should give proper information about the qualifications, skills, and experience required to obtain promotion. It will increase awareness among employees, and they will be motivated to take efforts.

6. Workers Participation in Management: -Workers should be encouraged to participate in management through various schemes such as a common suggestion system to save cost, quality circles, profit sharing, co-partnership, etc. it will raise their morale and give them a sense of belonging to an organization.

7. Education and Training: -Organizations should make every possible attempt to educate employees. Guidance and methods of training depend on the nature of the job. "Introduction Training", Refresher Training" is conducted to keep employees updated on latest development. Training makes employees confident and also it increases their efficiency.

8. Proper Grievances Procedure: -There should be proper grievances procedures to handle employee complaints. All queries should be sorted quickly. The employees must feel satisfied. Investigations and necessary actions should be taken to settle their grievances.

9. Recognition of Trade Unions: -To maintain industrial peace is the responsibility of commercial organizations. They must recognize the right of workers to join a trade union. They should not suppress (avoid) formation of workers union. "Divine and Rule" policy should not be followed.

10. Miscellaneous: -

• Fair treatment to all employees.
• To recognize, appreciate and encourage the special skills of employees.
• To introduce a code of conduct. Etc.