Retaliation Prevention Policy

Purpose

The New Day Company, LLC is committed to maintaining an ethical, transparent, and safe work environment where employees can voice concerns, report misconduct, or participate in company investigations without fear of retribution or harm. Our Retaliation Prevention Policy is designed to safeguard employees from any form of retaliation, thereby upholding the integrity of our workplace and the well-being of our staff.

Scope

This policy applies to all employees, contractors, and agents of The New Day Company, LLC, encompassing all forms of reporting, whether internal or external, and participation in investigations or legal proceedings related to workplace conduct.

Policy Statement

The New Day Company, LLC strictly prohibits retaliation against any employee who, in good faith, makes a complaint, reports a possible violation of policy or law, or participates in an investigation, proceeding, or hearing. Retaliation is broadly defined to include any adverse employment action or any other negative treatment that would likely deter a reasonable person from engaging in protected activity.

Reporting Mechanism

• Initiation: Employees who believe they have been subjected to retaliation should report their concerns promptly to their supervisor, Human Resources (HR), or through established company reporting channels.
• Investigation: All reports of retaliation will be taken seriously and investigated promptly, thoroughly, and impartially.

Protection Measures

• Confidentiality: The identity of individuals reporting retaliation will be kept confidential to the extent possible and will be disclosed only on a need-to-know basis.
• Support: The company will offer support to those who report retaliation, which may include counseling or other resources as appropriate.

Enforcement

• Consequences: Any employee found to have engaged in retaliation will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
• Preventive Action: The company will take necessary steps to prevent the recurrence of retaliation and to correct any adverse consequences that have occurred as a result of the initial report.

Training and Communication

• Awareness: The New Day Company, LLC will conduct regular training sessions to ensure that employees understand this policy and the seriousness of retaliation.
• Distribution: This policy will be distributed to all employees and incorporated into employee onboarding materials.

Review and Monitoring

• Continuous Review: This policy will be reviewed regularly to ensure that it remains effective and is being properly enforced.
• Monitoring: The company will monitor compliance with this policy and assess its effectiveness in preventing retaliation.

Commitment to a Retaliation-Free Workplace

The New Day Company, LLC upholds a zero-tolerance stance on retaliation. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of openness, where employees are empowered to uphold the highest standards of integrity without fear of retaliation. This policy underscores our commitment to a respectful and lawful workplace.