Required Document for Accreditation: A model policy detailing the requirement for sanctuary Officers and Directors to disclose any situation in which the person might personally benefit from some kind of dealing with the organization; the policy also lays out a process for dealing with such a situation should it arise. Thanks to Animal Defense Partnership […]

Required Document for Accreditation: Sample whistleblower policy – a written procedure for employees to report suspected improper conduct within an organization without fear of retaliation and a procedure for the organization to investigate allegations of improper conduct. Thanks to Animal Defense Partnership for preparing this sample.

Required Document for Accreditation: Sample simple job descriptions for key sanctuary personnel

Required Document for Accreditation: Templates for a set of policies relating to the treatment of employees in the workplace. These policies state your organization’s commitment to a workplace free of discrimination of any kind, including sexual and other forms of harassment; provide for a reporting protocol for an employee who feels that he or she

Required Document for Accreditation: Sample Grievance Policy – a human rescource management tool which outlines a formalized approach to dealing with specific matters of grievance and complaints at your facility or concerning the facility.

Required Document for Accreditation: Sample Employee Handbook – employment guidelines and personnel policies on topics ranging from anti-harassment to social media to vacation and sick days. This sample is intended to assist in creating your own custom employee handbook. Thanks to Animal Defense Partnership for preparing this sample.