How to Prepare for Your Company Holiday Party

Planning a company holiday party may be exciting, but it also comes with responsibility. You want employees to have a great time, but you also want to keep them safe.

Long before the party takes place, it’s essential to review potential risks with hosting a holiday party and how to mitigate them.

Company Holiday Party Safety Tips

The following are safety tips to keep in mind when planning your company holiday party:

• Clearly communicate expectations. Make sure it is clear to employees what your company considers to be acceptable behavior for the event. Outline the repercussions if they engage in unacceptable behavior.

• Don’t pressure employees to attend. Holiday parties should be optional, and pressuring employees to attend can create a negative attitude towards the event, possibly leading to legal action.

• Choose a secure location. Make sure the party is held at a location that will only be accessible to your employees and their guests.

• Provide safe rides home. If there is alcohol at the event, it’s essential to provide ride-sharing services for guests.

• Limit alcohol consumption. It is also a good idea to limit the number of drinks guests can consume, and this can be done through drink tickets. It is also wise to have plenty of food available to offset the effects of alcohol.

• Consult your insurer. Before any big party, it’s essential to consult your insurer regarding liability coverage. This is especially important if the party is hosted on company property.

Learn More

Contact Lyceum Insurance Services to discuss more ways to create a safe environment for employees.

This blog is intended for informational and educational use only. It is not exhaustive and should not be construed as legal advice. Please contact your insurance professional for further information.