SEXUAL HARASSMENT

7 Sexual harassment is an action that affects the dignity of individuals of any gender Sexual harassment includes, but is not limited to, demanding sexual considerations in exchange for benefits, threatening or taking adverse actions if sexual favours are not granted, unwelcome physical contact, or unwanted verbal approaches In all cases, report the incident to your supervisor or the site manager

Social Media

8 EH CIC recognises that its participants may use blogs or social networking sites in their personal life These sites can be a useful and a fun way to keep in touch with friends and colleagues that you have met on EH CIC projects You should be aware that information posted on these sites is public and may be viewed by colleagues, the general public or the press You have general obligations to act in the best interests of EH CIC and its participants, to not breach the confidentiality or the relationship of trust and confidence that exists between you, the project,and other participants You are encouraged to consider carefully what you post as inappropriate comments could cause hurt to other participants, or damage to the site and/or project

Drink And Drugs

9 The misuse of legal or illegal drugs and alcohol can create serious health and safety risks both on site and at other EH CIC events The possession, sale or use of illegal drugs, or being under the influence of such drugs, on EH CIC projects is prohibited Similarly, impairment from alcohol when on a EH CIC site or project is also prohibited It is important that cases of drug and alcohol misuse be brought to the attention of the site manager or staff immediately. We understand that some individuals may contend with substance misuse, this is defined as a medical issue and will fall outside these guidelines. The medical personnel must be informed of any such difficulties ahead of the project beginning.

Smoke Free Policy

10. All EH CIC buildings, sites and projects are smoke free.. This means that smoking is not allowed anywhere on site, including accommodation and vehicles. All EH CIC participants should comply with the Smoke Free Policy.

Complaints Procedure

11. We believe it is essential to create an environment in which individuals feel able to raise any matters of concern without fear of action being taken against them, in the knowledge that they will be taken seriouslyAll matters raised will be investigated appropriately and, as far as practicable, be kept confidential

12 EH CIC believes that any person with knowledge of wrongdoing should not remain silent We take all matters of malpractice, improper action, or wrongdoing very seriously and you are strongly encouraged to raise incidents or behaviours that are not in accordance with our policies, objectives and aims This should follow the procedure set out below:

13 Contact Site Manager. In the first instance, you should raise your concern with your site manager They have a responsibility to listen and respond to any matter that is of concern to you Concerns can be raised verbally or in writing They may be able to agree on a way of resolving your concern quickly and effectively

14 Contact Directors. If you feel that you cannot raise your concern with your site manager, for whatever reason, you should contact one of the Directors of EH CIC, who will consider the matter and, if appropriate, manage any investigation

15 Decisions. If it's believed a possible criminal offence has taken place the Police will be informed immediately and then we will be guided by the police in regard to what steps to take In other cases we will talk to both parties to address the issue to the satisfaction of the complainant We will ensure that the complaint feels safe, supported and kept informed of actions if any to be taken If we feel the action is justified we reserve the right to remove individuals from site

16 Appeals. Any action taken can be appealed to the board of directors in writing with a decision to be given no later than 48 hours after receiving the appeal To ensure transparency an independent party will be appointed to help in the process