Free Policies Templates

This document outlines a workplace Drugs & Alcohol Policy, aiming to create a safe and healthy environment for employees and visitors. It details rules regarding the possession and influence of substances, including illegal drugs and alcohol, during working hours. The policy also encourages employees to seek confidential support if they are struggling with drug or alcohol problems.

This document outlines a company's disciplinary procedure, detailing the steps taken when an employee's performance or conduct falls below established standards. It covers both informal and formal stages, including warnings and potential dismissal, and ensures employees have rights to investigation, meetings, and appeals. The policy aims to address issues fairly and consistently.

This document outlines a company's commitment to promoting equal opportunities in employment. It details the policy statement, responsibilities, and implementation steps to ensure a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, and victimization. The policy aims to ensure all job applicants and employees are treated fairly and with respect, with decisions based on merit and ability.

This document is the GitHub Privacy Statement, detailing how GitHub, Inc. and GitHub B.V. handle personal data. It outlines the types of personal data collected directly, automatically, and from third parties, as well as the purposes for processing this data. The statement also covers data sharing practices, international data transfers, and the privacy rights available to users, including specific provisions for EEA, UK, and various US state residents.

This Employee Code of Conduct outlines the expected behavior and responsibilities for all employees within an organization. It covers key areas such as professionalism, confidentiality, conflict of interest, anti-discrimination, and the proper use of company resources. The document aims to foster a positive and productive work environment by setting clear guidelines for employee conduct.

This document outlines the GitHub Community Code of Conduct, detailing the expected behavior and standards for all participants in GitHub Discussions. It covers best practices for respectful and constructive engagement, explicitly states what content and actions are not allowed, and describes the enforcement mechanisms, including potential account suspensions or terminations. The Code of Conduct also references GitHub's broader Terms of Service, Acceptable Use Policies, and Privacy Statement.

This Smoking Policy outlines the rules and guidelines for smoking within a company's premises and vehicles. It aims to protect non-smoking employees from secondhand smoke while accommodating smokers in designated areas, maintaining a clean environment, and preventing fire hazards. The policy covers all employees, interns, maintenance personnel, and visitors, and explicitly includes the use of electronic cigarettes.

This document outlines a company's disciplinary procedure, detailing the steps taken when employee performance or conduct falls below standards. It covers informal and formal stages, including warnings and potential dismissal, and ensures employees have the right to an investigation, a meeting, and an appeal. The policy aims to address issues fairly and consistently.

This Whistleblowing Protection Policy outlines procedures for employees, contractors, and volunteers to report suspected misconduct, illegal activities, or policy violations within a company. It aims to foster transparency and accountability, ensuring that individuals who report concerns are protected from retaliation. The policy details reporting procedures, investigation processes, confidentiality, and consequences for false reports.

This document outlines GitHub's commitment to ethical business practices by prohibiting bribery and corruption. It details various internal policies, such as the Code of Ethics and Gifts and Entertainment Policy, that govern employee and contractor conduct, and mandates anti-corruption training. The statement also extends these principles to Channel Partners and vendors through contractual obligations.