[Name of Organization] 

HIV/AIDS in Workplace Policy and Procedures 

 

 

  1. Introduction 

 

HIV/AIDS is a global crisis and a daunting challenge to development and social progress. This disease caused by a virus called Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). In a slowly manner the virus weakens a person’s ability to fight off other diseases by attaching itself to and destroying important cells that control and support the human immune system. 

 

  1. Purpose 

 

The following outlines [YOUR COMPANY NAME]’s policy and procedures for interacting with employees who are suspected of having or who have been medically diagnosed with HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) or AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) virus. 

 

  1. Application 

 

[YOUR COMPANY NAME] is committed to maintain a proper work environment by protecting the emotional and physical health and safety of all employees in the workplace. This policy and procedure also protects the legal right to work of employees who are diagnosed with virus-related condition and provides guidelines for situations where infection with the virus is suspected. This policy will encourage sensitivity and understanding for employees affected with a condition of the AIDS/HIV virus. 

 

  1. Medical Overview 

 

According to medical experts on AIDS/HIV virus-related conditions, there is no risk of AIDS/HIV transmission between an affected employee and other employees through casual or close contact that occurs during normal work activities. 

 

  1. Social Policy 

 

The policy includes: 

 

  1. Non-discriminatory Policy and Practices 

 

Discriminatory act done by an officer or an employee against their co-officer or co-employee shall likewise be penalized. 

 

  1. Confidentiality/Non-Disclosure Policy 

 

The company and co-employees are not allowed to reveal any personal information relating to the HIV/AIDS status of employees or co-workers. 

 

  1. Work-Accommodation and Arrangement 

 

The company will support workers with HIV/AIDS through flexible leave arrangements, rescheduling of working time and arrangement for return to work. 

 

  1. Responsibilities 

 

Prevention of HIV/AIDS is a shared responsibility of employer and employees. 

 

Responsibilities of the Employer 

 

  1. The employer will be responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating the workplace policy and program on HIV/AIDS. 

  1. The employer will provide proper information, education and training on HIV/AIDS to its workforce. 

  1. The employer will be responsible for ensuring confidentiality of its employee’s health status and the access to medical records that is limited to authorized personnel. 

  1. The employer will check whether the company policy and program is adequately funded and made known to all employees or not. 

  1. The employer should review the policy and procedure and continue to improve these by networking with other organizations promoting HIV prevention. 

 

Responsibilities of the Employee 

 

  1. Employers should educate and train themselves on HIV prevention and control. 

  1. Employees should promote and practice a healthy lifestyle and avoiding high risk behaviour and other risk factors that expose them to increased risk of HIV infection. 

  1. All employees should comply with universal precaution and preventive measures. 

  1. All employees are responsible for practicing non-discriminatory acts against co-employees. 

  1. Employees should not have access to personal data relating to a worker’s HIV status. 

 

 

 

  1. Implementation and Monitoring 

 

The company will periodically monitor and evaluate the implementation of this Policy and Procedures. 

 

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