Individuals who believe they have been the victim of conduct prohibited by this policy statement or who believe they have witnessed such conduct should discuss their concerns with their immediate supervisor, Human Resource or any member of management promptly.
Any reported allegations of harassment, discrimination or retaliation will be investigated promptly. The investigation may include individual interviews and statements recorded with the parties involved and, where necessary, with individuals who may have observed the alleged conduct or may have other relevant knowledge. Confidentiality will be maintained throughout the investigation process to the extent consistent with adequate investigation and appropriate corrective action.
Retaliation against an individual for reporting harassment or discrimination or for participating in an investigation of a claim of harassment or discrimination is a serious violation of this policy and, like harassment or discrimination itself, will be subjected to disciplinary procedure. Where false and malicious complaint of harassment, discrimination or retaliation is/are discovered, appropriate disciplinary procedure shall be taken against the complainant/offender/s.
Conduct prohibited by these policies is unacceptable in the workplace and in any work-related setting outside the workplace, such as during business trips, business meetings and business-related social events.