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purpose

Provide purpose of grievance policy and objectives, such as fostering a supportive, pleasant workplace.

scope

To whom does the policy apply?

DEFINITIONS

TERM	DEFINITION
GRIEVANCE	A wrong or hardship, either real or perceived, resulting in grounds for a complaint
COMPLAINT	An expression of grievance, dissatisfaction, or concern
VICTIMIZE	To act toward a person in a way intended to cause disadvantage to that person because they have posed a complaint, may make a complaint, or are the subject of a complaint

Rights and responsibilities

List the rights of employees in terms of expectations of treatment from fellow staff. Also, list their rights to file complaints and receive a prompt response with follow-up actions, such as investigations and proceedings. Detail the rights of employees who face allegations filed against them. Describe the responsibilities of all parties involved in a grievance, including what the company is obliged to do.

PROCEDURES

Provide detailed steps of the grievance process, including submission, review, and timeline for expected outcomes.

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