Developing a Policy
A workplace policy provides the framework for action to reduce the spread of HIV/AIDS, avoid stigma towards those living with the disease, and manage its impact.
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Makes an explicit commitment to corporate action.
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Ensures consistency with appropriate national laws.
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Lays down a standard of behaviour for all employees (whether infected or not).
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Gives guidance to supervisors and managers.
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Helps employees living with HIV/AIDS to understand what support and care they will receive, so they are more likely to come forward for voluntary testing.
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Helps to stop the spread of the virus through prevention programmes.
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Assists an enterprise to plan for HIV/AIDS and manage its impact, thereby saving money.
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LBCH works with its members to develop HIV workplace policies and provides a Policy Template developed by the ILO and Employers’ Federation of Ceylon.
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