Document background
The Employee Handbook Acknowledgement is a fundamental document in Hong Kong's employment documentation framework, designed to establish a clear record that employees have received and understood their employer's policies and procedures. While Hong Kong employment law doesn't explicitly require such acknowledgements, they are considered best practice for risk management and compliance purposes. This document should be signed when an employee first receives the handbook (typically during onboarding) and whenever significant updates are made to the handbook. It helps protect both employer and employee by ensuring clear communication of expectations and rights, while also serving as evidence of policy communication in case of future disputes. The acknowledgement should be maintained in the employee's personnel file and should reflect compliance with Hong Kong's Employment Ordinance and related employment legislation.
