Safety of Trainess & Young Person at New Job Site GIVE NEW CO-WORKERS YOUR SUPPORT! Once the initial orientation to the company is over and the basic requirements of the job and the safety program have been covered, it's time to move the new employee into the work force and introduce the people he or she will be working with. Co-workers play an important role in getting the new person off to a good start. What is a veteran employee's role when it comes to orienting a new employee? Remember that new people are nervous to begin with-just starting a new job. They probably don't remember all the instructions they are given and aren't familiar with the new surroundings. This is often a time for information overload. So how can an experienced hand help out? Introduce yourself to this person, explain your job and offer assistance. Encourage the new hire to ask questions if he or she is not quite sure. Remember how hard it was to admit you didn't know everythin...
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