Anti-Harassment
At Harvey, we are committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment that promotes the dignity and well-being of all our team members. This Anti-Harassment Policy outlines our commitment to preventing harassment, provides clear reporting mechanisms, and establishes disciplinary procedures to address any violations promptly and fairly.
Policy Statement
Harvey is dedicated to maintaining a workplace free from harassment in any form. Harassment, including but not limited to sexual harassment, verbal abuse, bullying, discrimination, or any unwelcome conduct that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment, will not be tolerated.
Reporting Mechanisms
We encourage all employees, contractors, clients, and anyone associated with Harvey to report any incidents or concerns related to harassment. Reports can be made using the following confidential and accessible reporting mechanisms:
Direct Reporting
Individuals who experience or witness harassment are encouraged to report the incident directly to their immediate supervisor or any manager in the business.
Open Door Policy
We maintain an open-door policy, where employees can approach any member of the management team to discuss their concerns without fear of retaliation.
Process for Reporting
The person receiving the report will take the matter seriously, maintain confidentiality to the extent possible, and initiate an investigation promptly.
During the investigation, all parties involved will be treated with respect and fairness.
The investigation will be thorough and impartial, involving interviews with the relevant parties and any potential witnesses.
If appropriate, interim measures may be implemented during the investigation to prevent further harassment or retaliation.
Disciplinary Procedures
If an investigation substantiates the occurrence of harassment, appropriate disciplinary action will be taken based on the severity and frequency of the misconduct. Disciplinary actions may include:
- Verbal or written warning
- Suspension
- Training and counseling
- Termination of employment or business relationship
- We will ensure that any disciplinary actions are consistent with Australian employment laws.
Retaliation
Harvey strictly prohibits retaliation against anyone who makes a good-faith report of harassment or cooperates in an investigation. Retaliatory actions will be subject to disciplinary measures.