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RIF (reduction in force) | checklist for HR managers.

In the event of a reduction in force (RIF) or layoff, a business may have to eliminate several positions at the same time. Download your checklist to go through this stressful process.

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RIF (reduction in force) checklist

In the event of a reduction in force (RIF) or layoff, a business may have to eliminate several positions at the same time. This is a stressful process not just for impacted employees, but for remaining employees and the HR managers tasked with delivering the bad news. 

download this RIF checklist to:

  • Keep track of everything you need to determine before conducting a RIF.
  • Find out what to include when preparing employee separation packages and severance benefits.
  • Get tips for composing a RIF notification letter. 
  • Discover steps you can take to make both transitioning and remaining employee