(1) Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on an individual’s protected class;

(2) Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in the workplace and in any situation that is work related; and

(3) Harassment or discrimination of WSSC employees by customers, visitors, contractors, vendors, or other persons who conduct business with WSSC.

(1) WSSC shall promptly and thoroughly investigate any complaint of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation and shall take corrective action as appropriate.

(2) Employees shall follow the reporting procedures outlined in WSSC Chapter 9.325, EEO, Harassment and Retaliation Internal Complaint Procedure.

(3) Incidents of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be considered cause for appropriate disciplinary action including release from employment. (Document dated September 1, 2020)