Employee Assistance Program Policy
This Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Policy can be used to ensure that employees are aware of EAP services provided by the company, as part of its commitment to promote the mental health of employees.
Last updated October 24, 2025
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The Legal Risk Score of a Employee Assistance Program Policy Template is Low
Our legal team have marked this document as low risk considering:
- There is a risk that the confidentiality of the individuals using the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) could be compromised, despite assurances, as the document states that issues are reported collectively and anonymously which might not entirely eliminate the risk of identification.
- The document limits the availability of EAP services to current employees, apprentices, and trainees, which means that individuals who leave the company lose access to potentially crucial support services.
- The EAP covers a broad range of personal and professional issues, but there might be limitations on the depth of support or resources available for each specific issue, which could affect the effectiveness of the assistance provided.
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