4E - Policies and Procedures

Why do businesses need policies and procedures?

To achieve compliance with legal requirements and establish business routines.

Policy

A formal set of guidelines on a topic that must be followed by all employees.

What are three common examples of workplace policies?

OHS policies, Bullying policies, and Equal opportunity policies.

Why must policies be reviewed on a regular basis?

To make sure they are still compliant with the most recent laws.

What is a main driver for writing new policies?

New situations or emerging technologies, such as ChatGPT.

What is the difference between a policy and a procedure?

A policy details the issue; a procedure shows the steps to enforce it.

In a school mobile phone rule, what constitutes the "policy"?

The rules regarding when and where you are allowed to use the phone.

In a school mobile phone rule, what constitutes the "procedure"?

The consequences and steps taken if you are caught breaking the rules.