Workplace Etiquette

722 Workplace Etiquette

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Sni Valley strives to maintain a positive work environment where employees/volunteer members treat each other with respect and courtesy. Sometimes issues arise when employees/volunteer members are unaware that their behavior in the workplace may be disruptive or annoying to others. Many of these day-to-day issues can be addressed by politely talking with a co-worker to bring the perceived problem to his or her attention. In most cases, common sense will dictate an appropriate resolution. Sni Valley encourages all employees/volunteer members to keep an open mind and graciously accept constructive feedback or a request to change behavior that may be affecting another employee's ability to concentrate and be productive.

The following workplace etiquette guidelines are not necessarily intended to be hard and fast work rules with disciplinary consequences. They are simply suggestions for appropriate workplace behavior to help everyone be more conscientious and considerate of co-workers and the work environment. Please contact the Fire Chief if you have comments, concerns, or suggestions regarding these workplace etiquette guidelines.

* Replace paper in the copy machine and printer paper trays when they are empty. * Be careful not to take or discard others' print jobs or faxes when collecting your own. * Avoid public accusations or criticisms of other employees. Address such issues privatelywith those involved or your supervisor.

* Be conscious of how your voice travels, and try to lower the volume of your voice when talking on the phone or to others in open areas.

* Refrain from using inappropriate language (swearing) that others may overhear. * Avoid discussions of your personal life/issues in public conversations that can be easily overheard.

* Clean up after yourself and do not leave behind waste or discarded papers.

Policy No.  722  Issued  6/29/2000  Applicable  5/17/2004