Policy
I can use my cell phone whenever I want while programming is happening
True or False
False
We ask that you keep your cell phone tucked away, or let us know if you need to take a call during programming. You should take calls away from the program area so you don't disturb too many people.
When we come to Prescott, we are making an agreement to work together, make attempts to get along, and respect one another.
True or False
True!
It is YOUR CHOICE to be here, so you choose to agree to code of conduct at Prescott.
Some examples of behaviour that go against the code of conduct are:
Discriminating against another person for any reason, Misusing and/or destroying Prescott property, or another person's property, pretending to fundraise for Prescott but keeping the money
True or False?
True!
This could result in something as simple as an incident report written, or as serious as being asked not to come to Prescott
When I'm talking to people at the tables in the program area, it's a private space so I can talk about people or personal things that I don't want others to listen to.
True or False?
False
When you come into Prescott, it is a public space used by everyone! If you have private matters to discuss with someone and it can't wait until after hours, please find a separate space (like an office) to discuss private matters
When I use social media, I can say mean things or make up rumours about Prescott/Club and the members/staff because it's my own page, and nothing will happen to me
True or False
False
When you come to Prescott/Club you agree to represent Prescott/Club positively. If you are not acting in a way that aligns with Prescott Groups' policy you could be asked not to come to Prescott/Club
Code of Conduct is meant to restrict your rights.
True or False?
False!
The code of conduct is for everyone to know how they should act in a PUBLIC space of Prescott, and know that their co-workers, other members, staff, and anyone with Prescott Group will be expected to also follow the code of conduct.
When I'm out in public on an outing, Prescott's code of conduct doesn't apply to me
True or False?
False!
When you are attending programming from Prescott Group and on an hour during the programming, you are expected to act within the code of conduct. If you do not, you could be disciplined by something as simple as an incident report written, to something as serious as being asked not to come to Prescott.
Janice is talking to her friend Sylvia. Janice is very excited for Halloween. Janice says "I'm so excited to dress up in my costume for Halloween!"
Lawrence is listening and says "You can't dress up, you're an adult" to no one in particular.
Does this go against the Code of Conduct?
No!
Lawrence has his own opinion about how things should be, and Janice is excited for Halloween, but no one is breaking the code of conduct by disagreeing with one another.
It may have been rude, but it doesn't go against code of conduct
Occupational Health and Safety is only the concern of the staff at Prescott Group
True or False?
False
Everyone should participate in making sure that things are safe and working properly at Prescott Group. If there are unsafe things about the building or program areas, participants can let staff know!
Any conduct which is dishonest, illegal or unauthorized will not be tolerated and may be grounds for disciplinary action up to and including immediate termination of employment for cause
True or False?
Prescott Group takes these matters very serious
When I'm talking to someone who doesn't use their voice traditionally to speak, I should use a baby voice or a high pitched voice
True or False
False!
Using a baby voice to speak to someone else is inappropriate, since we are all adults! Please speak to someone in a normal voice
Janice and Sylvia are in a Messenger chat with other members at Prescott. They are sending voice notes to people in the group chat about Carly and how they can't believe how she is behaving. They are saying things like "I can't stand Carly!" and "Carly is acting like the worst person!".
Carly is also part of the group chat and is very upset.
Is this against the Code of Conduct?
Yes!
Even though they aren't talking out loud at Prescott about Carly, they are still bullying Carly via Messenger. This is against the Code of Conduct!
I can smoke or drink on site, or try to do it in the bathroom
True or False
False
Prescott Group has a policy of a drug-free environment and people should not consume anything illicit.
This includes you cannot smoke vape pens in the bathroom, if you need to smoke, it must be done off property.
Some examples of behaviour that could result in being disciplined or asked not to come to Prescott Group:
Gossiping, preventing others from being able to do their work, Disruptive, discourteous, or insubordinate conduct, injuring others, acting in a way to restrict another person's human rights
True or False?
True!
At the very least an incident report will be written, but the worst case scenario would be that you would be asked not to come to Prescott
Discipline for going against the code of conduct can range from an incident report being written, to more serious consequences depending on what happened.
When there is formal discipline it goes:
Verbal Warning
Written Warning
Final Warning/Suspension
Termination
True or False?
True
Depending on what the incident was, it will determine what discipline would need to happen.
Janice and Sylvia do not like Lawrence, and do not get along with Lawrence.
Janice and Sylvia have decided not to speak to Lawrence.
Janice and Sylvia talk to their friends to also not speak to Lawrence and exclude him from all activities.
Is this against the Code of Conduct?
Yes!
This is against the Code of Conduct because they are purposefully getting others to not speak to Lawrence and exclude them from activities.
If there is a conflict, Janice and Sylvia could try talking to Lawrence, or try Conflict Resolution.
I can talk about other people's personal information whenever I want outside of Prescott to whomever I want to
True or False?
False
Private information about you should not be shared outside of Prescott, and should only be talked about within Prescott privately. We have a confidentiality policy that we all must follow.
Some examples of behaviours that could lead to disciplinary actions include:
Speaking to or about another participant in rude, derogatory, or disrespectful ways, being neglectful or careless that could endanger someone else's life, disclosing confidential information from another participant without their knowledge/permission
True or False?
True!
This could be as simple as having an incident report written, or as serious as being asked to not come to Prescott
If I have conflict with someone that I can't work out on my own or that hasn't worked when I talk to the other person, what can I do?
Conflict Resolution with my Supervisor is an option!
Terry and Sylvia are having a conversation. Terry is having a snack.
Sylvia says "Oh, is that strawberry flavoured? It smells really good!" Terry says "Yes, it is!"
Sylvia goes for her shift at Pinkie's Thrift.
Terry says to the others in the room "Wow, Sylvia has such a great nose to know that it was Strawberry flavoured"
Is this gossiping?
No!
Even though it is talking about Sylvia behind her back, it is not a rumour, and not a negative thing.
It is something that Terry would happily say to Sylvia's face.