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Misconduct Outside Work Policy

Introduction​

Purpose​

WeSalute is committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and professional work environment for all Team Members. This policy outlines our expectations regarding employee conduct outside of work and the procedures for addressing misconduct that may impact the workplace.

Scope​

This policy applies to all employees of WeSalute, including full-time, part-time, and contract employees.

Policy Elements​

Behavior Expectations​

Team Members are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects positively on WeSalute, both during working hours and outside of work. This includes adhering to legal and ethical standards, respecting the rights and dignity of others, and upholding the WaSalute’s values.

Misconduct Definition​

Misconduct outside of work refers to actions or behaviors that may negatively impact the WeSalute’s reputation, create a hostile work environment, or violate WeSalute’s policies or codes of conduct, regardless of whether they occur during non-working hours or in non-work-related settings.

Reporting Misconduct​

Team Members who become aware of or experience misconduct outside of work that involves coworkers, clients, or others associated with WeSalute are encouraged to report it to People Operations. Reports can be made confidentially, and team members will not face retaliation for reporting in good faith by submitting a PeopleOps Help Desk ticket. Please note, these tickets are confidential and are only seen by PeopleOps.

Investigation Process​

Upon receiving a report of misconduct outside of work, People Operations will conduct a thorough and impartial investigation to gather relevant information and determine the appropriate course of action. This may include interviewing involved parties, collecting evidence, and consulting with legal counsel if necessary.

Confidentiality​

Information obtained during the investigation will be handled confidentially to the extent possible, while still ensuring a thorough and fair process. Confidentiality will be maintained to protect the privacy of all parties involved, except where disclosure is necessary to conduct the investigation or take appropriate action.

Compliance​

All Team Members are expected to familiarize themselves with this policy and comply with its provisions. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Policy Review, Disciplinary, & Responsibility​

Policy Review​

WeSalute reserves the right to modify or update this policy as necessary to reflect changes in legal requirements, business needs, or best practices. Any updates will be communicated to Team Members in a timely manner.

This policy provides guidelines for addressing misconduct outside of work while emphasizing the importance of maintaining a positive work environment and upholding the WeSalute’s values and reputation.

Disciplinary Action​

Employees who violate this policy may face disciplinary consequences in proportion to their violation. WeSalute management will determine how serious an employee’s offense is and takes the appropriate action.

Responsibility​

It is the Team Leaders and People Operations responsibility to ensure this policy is followed.