Harassment Policy Template

Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to affirm Acme Climate Co.’s commitment to providing a safe, respectful, and harassment-free workplace. We take all forms of harassment seriously and are dedicated to preventing, addressing, and resolving any such conduct.

Scope

This policy applies to:

• All staff members, regardless of employment type or seniority

• All locations where work-related activities occur, including remote work and company-sponsored events

• All interactions between employees and third parties (e.g., clients, vendors)
  
  

  
  

Definition of Harassment

Harassment includes unwelcome behaviour whether verbal, physical, digital, or visual that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. Examples include:

• Verbal abuse, insults, slurs, or derogatory comments

• Unwanted physical contact or advances

• Display of offensive images or written material

• Bullying, intimidation, or threats

• Repeated, intrusive personal questions

• Online harassment or cyberbullying through work-related platforms

Harassment may be based on attributes protected under Australian law, such as gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or political belief.

Zero Tolerance Statement

Acme Climate Co. maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward harassment of any kind. All reported incidents will be taken seriously and investigated confidentially and promptly.

Reporting Harassment

Employees are encouraged to report harassment through one of the following channels:

• Directly to their immediate supervisor

• To the [HRDepartment] at [HRContactEmail]

• Using an anonymous reporting tool (if available)

No employee will face retaliation for reporting harassment in good faith.

Investigation Process

Upon receiving a report:

1. The matter will be acknowledged promptly.

2. An impartial investigation will be conducted.

3. All involved parties will have the opportunity to share their perspective.

4. Appropriate action will be taken, which may include mediation, training, disciplinary action, or termination.
   
   

   
   

Responsibilities

Training & Awareness

All employees are required to complete harassment prevention training as part of onboarding and attend periodic refreshers. Resources and support are available through [HRDepartment].

Policy Review

This policy will be reviewed annually, or as required by law or company needs.

Acknowledgement

I acknowledge that I have received, read, and understood Acme Climate Co.'s Harassment Policy. I understand my responsibilities and agree to comply with its guidelines.

Sarah Mitchell

Mitchell & Co.