If you don't have a safety policy, Telecommuting could be a catalyst for the development of one. The pilot program will need specific reference material to support it. It is recommended that a Telecommuting manual or guide be provided to assist the telecommuters when getting started. Your organization will need an equipment provi-sion policy. Large organizations can delegate those decisions to the individual groups or departments.
Small organizations can develop one equipment policy with which everyone complies.
The success of a program cannot be determined without evaluation. It is critical for everyone participating in the pilot program to participate in the evaluation. The implementation committee can devise the criteria for measuring progress and ultimately, the success of the program. You need to work at least one day a week at home in order to obtain first-hand experience about Telecommuting. Assign time on your own calendar for regular Telecommuting.