Common use of Respectful Environment Clause in Contracts

Respectful Environment. The University and the Union recognize the right of employees to work in a respectful environment free from bullying and harassment. The University shall investigate and take appropriate action when an employee complains that she/he has been bullied or harassed in the course of her/his employment by a supervisor or another member of the University community. When an employee has made such a complaint, she/he may request temporary reassignment. Such a request shall not be unreasonably denied. The employee shall have recourse to the Grievance Procedure. Grievances under this article shall start at Step 3 and shall be treated in strict confidence.

Respectful Environment. The University and the Union recognize the right of employees to work in a respectful environment free from bullying and harassment. The University shall investigate and take appropriate action when an employee complains that she/he has they have been bullied or harassed in the course of her/his their employment by a supervisor or another member of the University community. When an employee has made such a complaint, she/he the employee may request temporary reassignment. Such a request shall not be unreasonably denied. The employee shall have recourse to the Grievance Procedure. Grievances under this article shall start at Step 3 and shall be treated in strict confidence.