Scope
Define which employees, locations, and activities the agreement covers, and specify any role-based exceptions or expansions to duty obligations.
A clear Employee Duty of Care Agreement reduces ambiguity about responsibilities, supports regulatory compliance, and documents supervisory and employee commitments. It helps manage risk, supports workplace safety programs, and supplies evidence of communicated expectations if a dispute or regulatory review arises.
The agreement is suitable across industries; tailor clauses to sector risks and applicable regulations.
Define which employees, locations, and activities the agreement covers, and specify any role-based exceptions or expansions to duty obligations.
List required safety practices, personal protective equipment, incident reporting procedures, and any mandatory training or certifications.
Describe handling of confidential information, limits on disclosure, permitted internal uses, and duration of confidentiality obligations after separation.
State conflict disclosure requirements, restrictions on outside employment or business activities, and procedures for addressing apparent conflicts.
Explain corrective actions for breaches, up to and including termination, and any restitution or remedial obligations for damages.
Provide a clear signature block, effective date, and a statement that the employee understands and consents to the duties described.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Authentication method | Email link or SMS code |
| Signing order | Sequential: employer then employee |
| Required fields | Signature, date, initials where needed |
| Notifications | Automated email reminders |
Use platform integrations and access controls to ensure records are routed to personnel files and retained according to policy.
Signed before or on the first day of work
Within 30 days of hire, when required
Track expiration dates; renew before expiry
Place executed agreement in personnel file promptly
Annual review recommended for policy updates
Complete role-specific language and legal review.
Send to employee and any required approvers.
All signatures captured and audit trail saved.
Store executed copy in the secure personnel repository.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | Yes, 7-day free trial | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| Bulk Send | Yes (Business Premium) | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |