Employee Policy Documentation (OI5102)

Examples of the types of policy documentation provided to employees, to footnote, include: Employee handbooks, Human Resources policy, Discrimination/Harassment policy, Freedom of Association policy, Code of Ethics, and others.

Examples of areas covered by a human resources policy may include: anti-harassment safeguards, benefits, disciplinary procedures and possible sanctions, exit formalities, freedom of association, grievance resolution, non-discrimination, provision of any collective bargaining agreements, safety at work, wages/salary scales, whistleblower policy, and working conditions (e.g., rights concerning overtime pay).

Examples of areas protected by a discrimination/harassment policy may include: gender, race, color, disability, political opinion, sexual orientation, age, religion, and others. Organizations can refer to Anti-Discrimination Policy (OI9331) for additional information.