A hostile work environment affects the psychological well-being of employees, which may lead to decreased productivity.  Hence, any form of workplace hostility, violence, and discrimination should not be tolerated at any level.

This customizable policy, written by Mark W. Kaelin for TechRepublic Premium, sets out clear principles for the benefit of any organization.

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  FILING A COMPLAINT

  The company will handle all harassment complaints professionally, swiftly, and as confidentially as possible. Lodging a complaint will in no way be used against the employee or have an adverse impact on the individual’s employment status. Because of the damaging nature of harassment to the victims and to the entire workforce, aggrieved employees are strongly urged to use this procedure. However, filing groundless or malicious complaints is an abuse of this policy and will be treated as a violation.

  CONFIDENTIALITY

  During the complaint process, the confidentiality of the information received, the privacy of the individuals involved, and the wishes of the complaining person will be protected to as great a degree as is legally possible. In addition, any notes or documents written by or received by the person(s) conducting the investigation will be kept confidential to the extent possible and according to any existing state or federal law.

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