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Probation evaluation template (US)
A general template under US law. Laws differ from state to state, so check it against your state's law or with a lawyer licensed there. We are not a law firm and do not give legal advice.
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Introductory Period Evaluation
| Item | Details |
| --- | --- |
| Employee | Employee Name |
| Job title | Job Title |
| Department | Department |
| Start date | Start Date |
| Introductory period ends | Introductory Period End Date |
| Evaluator | Evaluator Name and Title |
| Evaluation date | Evaluation Date |
Rating: E = exceeds expectations, M = meets expectations, N = needs improvement.
| Area | Rating | Comments |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Job knowledge and skills | Skills Rating | Skills Comments |
| Quality of work | Quality Rating | Quality Comments |
| Productivity | Productivity Rating | Productivity Comments |
| Attendance and punctuality | Attendance Rating | Attendance Comments |
| Following policies and safety rules | Policies Rating | Policies Comments |
| Teamwork and communication | Teamwork Rating | Teamwork Comments |
Absences protected by law, such as protected sick leave, FMLA leave, jury duty or disability-related leave, are not counted against the employee.
Summary
Strengths: Strengths
Areas to improve: Areas to Improve
Recommendation
Successful Completion, Extend the Introductory Period to a Given Date, or End Employment
Reason: Reason for Recommendation
The introductory period is a time to assess fit. Completing it does not change the at-will nature of employment.
Employee Comments
Employee Comments
| Employee | Evaluator | HR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Employee Signature | Evaluator Signature | HR Signature |
| Date: Employee Signing Date | Date: Evaluator Signing Date | Date: HR Signing Date |