Equality and Diversity Policy
BODY FUSION ON-FORM SPORTS INJURY CLINIC
Company Statement
Body Fusion on-Form seeks to achieve an environment in which all are treated equally
and in which discrimination is not tolerated. We are committed to promoting equality
of opportunity regardless of disability, race, religion or belief, gender; sexual
orientation, age or any other criteria which is irrelevant. We will treat all current
and potential employees, trainees, volunteers, contractors and clients with respect
and dignity and establish a culture where diversity is valued. We aim to establish
a constructive and positive environment, free from harassment, discrimination and
victimisation.
Equal Pay & Conditions
This policy relates to all aspects of employment including pay, the advertisement
of jobs, recruitment and selection.
Convictions
Body Fusion on-Form complies with The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 in respect
of employment and seeks to ensure that, where appropriate, unrelated criminal convictions
do not interfere with individual’s employment application. We will endeavour not
to discriminate, however some convictions will be relevant when offering employment
or voluntary appointments.
Disability
Body Fusion on-Form is committed to promoting access to people with disabilities.
(physical disabilities, sensory impairments, specific learning difficulties, special
2, psychological needs and medical conditions) which may have an impact on day-to-day
activities,
Gender
Body Fusion on-Form is committed to ensuring that both female and male staff and
clients are given equal consideration; appropriate non-sexist language is used and
stereotypical views are challenged. We will not enquire about a person’s marital
status.
Gender Reassignment
We are also committed to upholding equal rights of Trans-gendered people and will
support an employee or client who intends to, or is undergoing or has undergone gender
re-assignment.
Race
Body Fusion on-Form values cultural diversity and aims to recognise and counter racism
and cultural stereotyping in all its forms. We undertaker to examine our practices
to ensure that we are offering equality to all, whatever their ethnic origin or heritage
and will encourage an ethos of understanding and respect for all cultures.
Religion and Belief
We will respect the right of individuals to hold their own religious and philosophical
beliefs and individuals are expected to respect the views and beliefs of others.
The expression of intolerant beliefs and opinions that infringe the rights of others
is not acceptable.
Sexual Orientation
Body Fusion on-Form is committed to welcoming individuals of all sexual orientations,
both employees and clients and will respond sensitively and supportively whenever
individuals raise the issue of their sexuality.
This procedure is implemented in the context of the following legislation:
Employment Act 2002
Sex Discrimination Act 1975
Civil Partnerships Act 2005
Disability Discrimination Act 1995/2005
Employment Rights Act 1996
Equal Pay Act 1970
National Minimum Wage 1998
Human Rights Act 1998
Race Relations (Amendment) Act 2000
Special Educational Needs and Disability Act 2001
Sexual Orientation (employment regulations) 2003
Sexual Orientation (goods and Services) 2007
Race Relations Act 1976(as amended by Race Relations (Amendment) Act 2000
Religion and Belief (employment regulations) 2003
Religion and Belief (goods and services) 2007
Gender Recognition Act 2004
Gender Reassignment Regulation 1999
Gender Equality Duty 2007
The Children’s Act 1989/2004
Age Discrimination (employment regulations) 2006
IMPLEMENTATION OF POLICY
Body Fusion on-Form will ensure that:
* We apply the policies and act within the law.
* Where appropriate access to comprehensive information, which assists them to
plan, implement and monitor actions is available.
* All policies and procedures are non-discriminatory and anti-oppressive and
that monitoring and positive action processes are regularly reviewed.
