5. Management is developing a company workplace monitoring program to track compliance with safety procedures at an offshore oil rig platform in the Gulf of Mexico.

The monitoring program is expected to help improve workplace safety compliance and reduce injuries to workers as well as possible environmental problems. To assist HR in developing the monitoring program, visit the SHRM website and conduct your own research to identify best practices regarding monitoring of workplace activity.

A. What key components should be included in your company’s employee monitoring program to best meet the needs of both employees and the company?

B. Explain how you will introduce this program to workers. Provide your rationale for instituting monitoring equipment and reporting procedures. Convince workers that this program is for their benefit as well as for the benefit of the company.