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Discrimination Policy

1. Purpose:
Preston Sikh Gurdwara is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment for all individuals regardless of race, gender, religion, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. We uphold the Sikh principles of equality and fairness.

  1. Scope:
    This policy applies to all individuals associated with the Gurdwara, including committee members, staff, volunteers, congregants, and visitors.
  2. Policy Statement:
  • Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated within the Gurdwara premises or in any of its activities.
  • Any reports of discrimination will be taken seriously and addressed promptly.
  • Training and awareness programs will be provided to promote understanding of discrimination issues.
  1. Reporting and Resolution:
  • Any concerns about discrimination should be reported to the designated Gurdwara committee member.
  • A confidential investigation will be conducted, and appropriate actions will be taken.
  1. Review and Compliance:
  • This policy will be reviewed annually by the Gurdwara committee to ensure its effectiveness and relevance.
  • Compliance with this policy is the responsibility of all committee members, staff, and volunteers.

Risk Assessment Policy

1. Purpose:
This policy ensures that Preston Sikh Gurdwara identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks to provide a safe environment for worshippers, visitors, staff, and volunteers.

  1. Scope:
    This policy applies to all Gurdwara operations, events, and services.
  2. Policy Statement:
  • Regular risk assessments will be conducted for fire safety, food hygiene, security, and general safety.
  • Risks will be documented, and appropriate control measures will be implemented.
  • Emergency procedures will be regularly reviewed and communicated to all the committee members.
  1. Responsibilities:
  • The Gurdwara committee is responsible for implementing and reviewing risk assessments.
  • All staff and volunteers must follow safety guidelines and report hazards.
  1. Risk Assessment Process:
  • Identify potential hazards and evaluate their impact.
  • Determine control measures to minimize risks.
  • Monitor and review risks periodically or when significant changes occur.
  • Maintain a risk assessment log for transparency and accountability.
  1. Review and Compliance:
  • This policy will be reviewed annually and updated as necessary.
  • Compliance with this policy is mandatory for all staff, volunteers, and committee members.

Conflict of Interest Policy

1. Purpose:
To ensure transparency, accountability, and fairness in decision-making within Preston Sikh Gurdwara.

  1. Scope:
    This policy applies to committee members, employees, and volunteers involved in decision-making processes.
  2. Policy Statement:
  • Any individual with a potential conflict of interest must declare it before participating in relevant discussions or decisions.
  • Records of declared conflicts will be maintained to ensure transparency.
  • Individuals with conflicts will abstain from decision-making where applicable.
  1. Implementation:
  • The Gurdwara committee will review and manage conflicts of interest appropriately.
  • Breaches of this policy will be investigated and addressed.
  1. Review and Compliance:
  • This policy will be reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective.
  • All committee members and employees must adhere to this policy to maintain trust and integrity within the Gurdwara.

Serious Incident Policy

1. Purpose:
To establish procedures for reporting, managing, and resolving serious incidents within the Gurdwara.

  1. Scope:
    This policy applies to incidents such as serious health and safety risks, criminal activity, abuse allegations, financial fraud, or other significant matters.
  2. Policy Statement:
  • All serious incidents must be reported immediately to the Gurdwara committee.
  • A designated team will investigate the matter confidentially and take appropriate action.
  • If necessary, authorities such as the police or local councils will be contacted.
  1. Procedures:
  • A written record of the incident will be maintained.
  • Appropriate support will be provided to affected individuals.
  • The policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure effectiveness.
  1. Incident Escalation and Management:
  • Incidents will be categorized based on severity and urgency.
  • A structured timeline for resolution will be established, with updates provided to relevant parties.
  • If external authorities are involved, cooperation and compliance with legal requirements will be ensured.
  1. Review and Compliance:
  • This policy will be reviewed annually and updated as needed.
  • Training will be provided to staff and volunteers on how to handle serious incidents appropriately.
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