Defence Forces Equality, Diversity, and Equal Status Policies 2007

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7.8 Re-engagement, Extension of Service, Continuance in Service and Exit The Defence Forces will keep Re-engagement, Extension of Service, Continuance in Service and Exit procedures under review to ensure that no direct or indirect discrimination on any of the seven (7) grounds exists. This ongoing review will be carried out in a partnership manner in consultation with the Representative Associations.
CHAPTER 8. INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS IN THE DEFENCE FORCES 8.1 Interpersonal Relationships in the Defence Forces The Defence Forces Administrative Instruction A7, Ch 1, ‘Interpersonal Relationships in the Defence Forces’, outlines policy and procedures regarding interpersonal relationships in the Defence Forces in order to deter unacceptable behaviour and promote a service environment based on mutual respect, equality and professionalism. Complaints relating to harassment, sexual harassment and bullying should normally be made under the procedures outlined in Administrative Instruction A7, Ch 1 (formal and informal procedures). The Defence Forces is committed to providing a service environment based on mutual respect, equality and professionalism. 8.2 The Defence Forces Dignity Charter “We the Defence Forces of Ireland commit ourselves to working together to maintain a service environment, whether within the STATE or when deployed overseas that encourages and supports the right to dignity at work. All personnel of the Defence Forces are expected to respect the right of each individual to dignity in their work environment and in all activities of their service. Command and authority will be exercised in such a manner that all personnel are respected for their individuality and diversity. Bullying, sexual harassment or harassment in any form is NOT accepted by us and will NOT be tolerated. Our policies, procedures and actions will underpin the principles and objectives of this Charter. All service personnel and civilians employed by us have a duty and a responsibility to uphold this Charter.” Commanders at all levels have a specific responsibility to promote the provisions of this Charter. (Nothing in the Charter overrules individuals’ legal and statutory rights). 8.3 Sexual Harassment, Harassment and Bullying Sexual harassment, harassment and bullying of a serving member (including members of the Reserve, civilians employed or contracted by the Defence Forces) are prohibited in the Defence Forces workplace or in the course of service by • Another serving member (employee) • A superior officer (the employer) • Clients, customers or other business contacts of an employer including any other person with whom the employer might reasonably expect the victim to come into contact and the circumstances of the harassment/bullying are such that the employer ought reasonably to have taken steps to control it. Victims of harassment, sexual harassment or bullying will not be treated differently as a result of rejecting or accepting such behaviour.
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