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Sample Sexual Harassment Policy

[Explanatory note: This sample sexual harassment policy is intended for use by private and public

employers in the Pacific to help them develop their own sexual harassment policies. It is based on

international good practices and includes all the components which make a sexual harassment policy

comprehensive. As such, it is not intended to be a collection of clauses from which employers can pick

and choose. Instead, any effective policy must include most if not all of the content of this sample

discrimination on any ground and from harassment at work including sexual harassment. [Name of

Company] will operate a zero tolerance policy for any form of sexual harassment in the workplace,

treat all incidents seriously and promptly investigate all allegations of sexual harassment. Any person

found to have sexually harassed another will face disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal

from employment.

All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and treated with respect and in confidence.

No one will be victimised for making such a complaint.

[Explanatory note: This explains in broad terms what the policy is about and sets out the intention of

the organisation in adopting the policy.]

which is hostile, intimidating or humiliating for the recipient.

Sexual harassment can involve one or more incidents and actions constituting harassment may be

physical, verbal and non-verbal. Examples of conduct or behaviour which constitute sexual

harassment include, but are not limited to:

Physical conduct

 Unwelcome physical contact including patting, pinching, stroking, kissing, hugging,

fondling, or inappropriate touching

 Physical violence, including sexual assault

 Sexual advances

 Repeated and unwanted social invitations for dates or physical intimacy

 Insults based on the sex of the worker

 Condescending or paternalistic remarks