This Discrimination Policy ensures that employees, contractors or other workers are aware of what constitutes discriminatory or other related unlawful behaviour to help provide a more respectful and safer workplace. This Policy also clearly outlines the disciplinary action that the Company may take against anyone who commits a discriminatory act.

Use this Discrimination Policy if:

• You want to provide clarity on what constitutes discriminatory or other related unlawful behaviour;
• You need to ensure that your workers are aware of the consequences for any discriminatory behaviour;
• You want to minimise the risk of unlawful behaviour relating to discrimination occurring in the workplace;
• You need to communicate a clear grievance or complaints process to your workers to help them feel comfortable raising any instances of discriminatory behaviour; and
• You want to protect your Company from any potential disputes, claims or reputational damage that could arise from claims of discriminatory behaviour.

What does this Discrimination Policy cover?

• The Company’s commitment to providing a workplace free of discrimination;
• An outline of what constitutes definition or other related unlawful behaviour such as vilification;
• The consequences for any acts of discriminatory or related behaviour; and
• A clear grievance process for employees to follow if they would like to raise any issues of concern related to discrimination.

Further Information:

• A guide to complying with anti-discrimination legislation
• 5 ways to make sure your hiring process isn't discriminatory
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