This policy covers each of harassment, discrimination and equal opportunities in one simple document that is suitable for use in England, Wales and Scotland.

The harassment policy sets out clearly how the employer will create a harmonious, harassment-free working environment and outlines what harassment in the workplace is and how it will be dealt with.

The policy covers the following:

• definition of harassment (sexual, racial, age, bullying and intimidation)
• procedure for dealing with harassment
• informal procedure
• formal procedure
• confidentiality

With respect to the equal opportunities policy this part of the policy demonstrates the employer\'s commitment to equal opportunities and abhorrence of discrimination. As well as making a clear statement to all employees about the company\'s expectations with regard to equal opportunities and how it will not tolerate discrimination, it also acts as a rule book in the event of any subsequent disputes and how these will be dealt with and includes the following:

• recruitment
• training
• promotion
• grievance procedures.