OUR WORK ENVIRONMENT
We are dedicated to strengthening our people and communities and protecting the environment . A good working environment helps protect our most valuable resource , our employees , and allows us all to reach our greatest potential . It is also consistent with our recognized responsibility to serve our communities by helping to protect the public and the environment . Our work environment includes the work sites , company events , and anywhere our employees may serve as representatives of Williams .
A positive work environment helps promote employees ’ willingness to embrace change , take risks , and work together as efficiently as possible . It also creates a culture that nurtures our entrepreneurial spirits .
We all are responsible for promoting the most productive and positive working environment possible . Our behaviors can affect our work environment , as well as Williams ’ reputation in the community . We expect that employees will maintain a high degree of integrity and honesty and are committed to professional behavior at work and anywhere they might be acting as representatives of Williams . By doing so , we support our Core Values and contribute to our Company ’ s future success .
Equal Opportunity and Inclusion
Williams has a strong commitment to equal opportunity and inclusion in the work force . We believe in treating people with dignity and providing equal employment and advancement opportunities based on merit , experience , and other work-related criteria .
We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role within the Company and consider the variety of perspectives and backgrounds that exist within Williams a competitive advantage for us in the marketplace . Williams is committed to treating all employees fairly , without regard to any characteristics that have no bearing on job performance ( See “ Equal Employment Opportunity Policy ”).
Harassment / Violence
Respecting the rights of others in the workplace is a primary focus at Williams . Certain behaviors are not acceptable under any circumstances – such as harassment and / or violence of any kind . Examples include advances , inappropriate jokes , intimidation , offensive language , physical contact , threats , or other inappropriate behavior that may create a hostile working environment for employees . This also covers such acts that occur outside of working hours and / or off company premises involving someone who may be viewed as a representative of Williams ( See “ Prohibition of Workplace Discrimination and Harassment Policy ” and “ Workplace Violence Risk Reduction and Response Policy ”).
Several times , I have seen my co-worker drink alcohol while on the job . They sometimes report to work and brag about how much they drank before coming to the job site . I don ’ t know what to do . Is it really any of my business ?
Yes ! It certainly is your business if you observe your co-worker coming to work while under the influence of alcohol . Not only is it against company policy , it is also a safety issue , as your co-worker could be putting themself and those around them in danger . Report your concern to your supervisor immediately .
My manager keeps asking me out socially after work , and I keep telling them I am not interested . I refuse their invitations every time , but they keep asking and get mad when I decline . Is there anything I can do , or should I just go ?
You don ’ t have to go . Tell your manager “ no ” and report the situation to your manager ’ s boss or one of the other reporting options available to you .
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