Personal relationships at work policy template
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Use this model personal relationships at work policy to set out rules on the management of personal relationships at work, and what expectations there are for employees.
Personal relationships at work policy
1 Overview
1.1 This policy sets out rules on the management of personal relationships at work, and what expectations there are for employees.
2 Scope
2.1 This policy is applicable to all employees of [company name].
3 General principles
3.1 The Company recognises that employees who work together may form personal friendships and, in some cases, close personal relationships. The Company does not, as a general rule, wish to interfere with such personal friendships and relationships. However, it must also ensure that employees continue to behave in an appropriate, professional and responsible manner at work and that they continue to fulfil their job duties both diligently and effectively. These rules are therefore aimed at striking a balance between your right to a private life and the Company's right to protect its business interests.
3.2 The following rules apply to employees embarking on close personal relationships at work, whether the relationship is with a fellow worker, client, customer, supplier or contractor:
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you must not allow your relationship to influence your conduct at work. Intimate behaviour during normal working hours or on Company or client premises is prohibited. This includes holding hands, other close physical contact, discussions of
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What is this for?
Having individuals who are involved in relationships working alongside each can present legal and practical concerns for employers.
For example, the real or perceived risk of a conflict of interest, confidentiality issues and a risk of disruption, or worse, possible legal claims if the relationship were to break down.
