This template provides a basic structure for your retaliation in the workplace policy.
We want you to speak up when you see issues, have new ideas, or just want to talk something out. And more importantly, we want you to feel safe doing so.So, here, we’ll break down what retaliation looks like in the workplace and how we’ll address it.
This policy applies to [all prospective, current, and former employees].
Retaliation refers to any action (verbal, physical, or otherwise) taken with harmful intent for personal gain. AKA “getting back” at someone.
As we said, we want everyone to feel safe and welcome at work. And that can’t happen if employees are in constant fear that their actions might face retaliation.With a no retaliation policy comes the expectation that everyone involved in a disagreement will work quickly and amicably to resolve the matter. And it will not affect the workplace or company culture moving forward.
Here at [company name], we have a strict no retaliation policy. Meaning that no person is allowed to retaliate against any other person for any reason. Period.Some common actions that bring about retaliation include:
This list is by no means exhaustive. If you have questions about whether something is or is not retaliation (even if you are not ready to file a complaint), feel free to reach out to [your manager/HR].
You may file a retaliation complaint internally at any time with [your manager/HR]. Depending on the severity, legal actions may be taken against the employee mentioned in the complaint.HR will conduct a full and discreet investigation into the alleged misconduct. All while taking measures to protect the employee who filed the report from further retaliation.Complaints will be kept confidential as much as possible to protect all parties involved. When a conclusion is reached, HR will let all involved parties know the final decision and any further disciplinary actions.
If someone reports that you are retaliating against them, HR will fully investigate that matter.The following may trigger disciplinary action:
Please note that this list is not exhaustive. And if you are found retaliating in any capacity, we will apply our regular disciplinary action process to resolve the issue.
Have a question about this policy? Reach out to [HR contact].