English-Only Language Policy

Objective

It is the policy of [Company Name] to encourage diversity and inclusiveness in all of its corporate pursuits. This includes employing individuals who may speak a language other than English as their primary means of communication. However, there are specific circumstances when the company requires that its employees converse in or take direction and guidance in English. This policy addresses the specific circumstances where English-only rules must be observed due to business necessity.

Policy

Employees are expected to communicate in English in the following circumstances:

• When communicating with customers, co-workers and other business affiliates who speak only English.
• When English is necessary for safety reasons or emergency response procedures.
• When engaged in team-related work efforts or project teams that include individuals who only speak English.
• When job performance is being monitored by a supervisor that only speaks English.

Employees are free to communicate in another language when using English is not a business necessity and when engaged in casual conversations with coworkers or personal matters.

Employees having concerns or questions regarding this policy should contact their immediate supervisor or the human resource department.

Employees violating this policy will be subject to disciplinary action.