Ethical & Equality Policy

Carraig Safety Consultants Ltd is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst out workforce & learning environment. Our aim is that our workforce and learning environment will be truly representative of all sections of society and each Employee and Learner feels respected and able to give their best.

To that end the purpose of this policy is to provide equality and ethical fairness for all in our employment and learning environment and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion, age or membership of the travelling community. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination and refusal, however, this policy in no way implies that Carraig Safety Consultants Ltd will not demand equivalent performance in assessments for equivalent academic awards, from all learners.

Procedure:

Employees:

All employees, whether part-time, full –time or temporary, will be treated fairly and with respect.

Selection for employment, promotion, training or any other benefit will be on the basis of aptitude and ability. All employees will be helped and encouraged to develop their full potential and talents. Resources of the workforce will be fully utilised to maximise the efficiency of the organisation.

Carraig Safety Consultants Ltd:

Carraig Safety Consultants Ltd will provide a holistic environment for all learners where supports for all stages of the learner journey are visible, ensure that where required accommodation and supports are applied for individual learners to continue, pause or leave the programme as needed by the learner.

Learners:

All learners attending accredited and non-accredited training will be treated fairly and with respect.

Admission to a particular course/activity is subject to:

•             Places being available

•             Applicants fulfilling the required criteria

Admission is governed by three principles that:

•             In the professional judgement of Carraig Safety Consultants Ltd the learner is suitable for the programme.

•             In the professional judgement of Carraig safety Consultants Ltd, the learner, because of previous education, training, or experience, is considered likely to benefit from attendance.

•             Participation will contribute positively to the course and in no way infringe upon the opportunities or rights of other learners or tutors.

All disputes in relation to admission will be referred to the Administration Lead and escalated as required to Training Manager/Managing Director.

Our Commitment:

• To create an environment in which individual differences and the contributions of all our staff and learners are recognised and valued as a whole within our learning community.
• All employees shall be open as possible about decisions and actions that they take.
• We shall deal with confidential information in an appropriate and professional manner.
• Every employee and learner is entitled to an environment that promotes dignity and respect to all, no form off intimidation, bullying or harassment will be tolerated.
• Training, development and progression opportunities are available to all staff.
• Equality in the workplace is good management practice and makes sound business sense.
• We will review all our employment practices and procedures to ensure fairness.
• We will review our learner resources and procedures to ensure fairness.
• Breaches of our equality and ethical policy will be regarded as misconduct and could lead to disciplinary proceedings.
• This policy is fully supported by management
• This policy will be monitored and reviewed annually.
• We are committed to engaging in business with suppliers and subcontractors whose work practices comply with National legislation and Standards.