Benefits
Which time clock should you use when clocking for the beginning or end of your shift?
The clock that is located at your the break room.
What are the two categories of PTO are available?
Sick/ Personal
Vacation
True or False: There is a grace period with Home Depot's attendance policy.
False.
There is no grace period with attendance; one minute late is considered tardy.
True or False: You are permitted to take your apron home or off the property
False
How long to you have to enroll in your new hire benefits?
30 days
How many minutes early are you permitted to clock in prior to your start of shift?
No more than three minutes early.
All Home Depot associates start accruing sick/personal time from the day of their hire.
What is the rate a full-time associate accrues sick/personal time?
Four hours every month. Part-time associates accrue two hours of sick/personal time each month.
What is an attendance occurrence, also known as "points?"
It's the result of either an unexcused absence from a scheduled shift or an unexcused tardy or early out.
Any non-THD logos or graphics must be smaller than what size?
A coaster or the palm of your hand
Name two money-saving benefit programs you can receive as a Home Depot Associate.
Perks at Work, Purchasing Power, Cell phone plan discount, tuition reimbursement
What or who should you call if you are unable to make it to your scheduled shift?
Call the store at 614-761-7770 and ask to speak with the MOD (Manager on Duty)
As a new hire, when is your sick/ personal time available for use?
After 90 days
How do you accrue points?
When you have an unexcused absence from your shift and you do not have enough sick time to cover.
OR you have an unexcused late-in or early-out
True of false: You are permitted to wear a hoodie or jacket with the hood up.
Wearing your hood obstructs your peripheral vision and is a major safety hazard.
What is FutureBuilder?
Home Depot's 401k program
Who should you partner with first if you have an error on your time card?
Your supervisor
How long after your hire date until you are eligible for any holiday pay?
90 days
What are the two values of points you may accrue?
1 full point for an unexcused absence or missing 20% or more of your shift
1/2 point for unexcused late-in/early-out
Give three examples of clothing items that are not permitted in the THD dress code.
Sheer clothing, tank tops, open-toed shoes, slippers, crop tops, ripped jeans/pants
What is the Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)?
A Home Depot Benefit that allows you to make payroll deductions to acquire THD stock at a 15% discount.
What form should you complete if you have a missed punch or error on your timecard?
The "time and attendance change request" form
As a new hire, when do you receive your first allotment of vacation time, and how much time do you receive?
At 6 months. 40 hours for full time associates. 20 hours for part time associates.
Explain the attendance progressive disciplinary steps
Coaching- 3 points in a rolling 6-month period
Counseling- after accruing an additional 3 points within a 6-month period
Final- after accruing an additional 1 points within a six-month period
Termination- after accruingg 1 additional point within a six-month period
What is the policy regarding cell phones and electronics on the floor?
No earbuds, air pods, or headphones. These items are permitted while on break if you are off the sales floor. No personal cell phone usage on the floor.
*Cell phones may be used to assist customers.