POSH operational template
POSH policy framework
A controlled starting format for adaptation to the establishment, applicable rules and matter facts.
Use with care: Do not treat this template as legal advice or as a substitute for the Act, Rules, State requirements, service rules or procedural fairness.
1. Purpose and commitment
2. Statutory scope and broader organisational protection
3. Definitions and non-exhaustive conduct examples
4. Workplace and digital/remote coverage
5. Internal Committee composition and contacts
6. Local Committee route
7. Complaint support and limitation
8. Conciliation only on complainant request; no monetary basis
9. Inquiry procedure and natural justice
10. Interim relief and non-retaliation
11. Findings, recommendations and employer action
12. False/malicious complaint safeguard - inability to prove is not enough
13. Confidentiality and data handling
14. Police/legal assistance
15. Appeal
16. Training and awareness
17. Annual reporting and SHe-Box administration
18. Review, version control and State/service-rule annexures