Pandemic Policy
A Pandemic Policy prepares a company for a disease epidemic spreading across a large region.
Last updated October 24, 2025
Suitable for Australia
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Frequently asked questions
What are the benefits of a Pandemic Policy?
- It helps protect employees and customers from the spread of the pandemic. By implementing guidelines and procedures for maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, organisations can help reduce the risk of exposure.
- A pandemic policy can also help organisations maintain business continuity during a pandemic. By having guidelines for remote work or modified work arrangements, organisations can continue to provide their products or services while keeping employees safe.
- Implementing a pandemic policy demonstrates an organisation’s commitment to the health and well-being of its employees and customers. This can help build trust and loyalty among employees and customers.
Use this Pandemic Policy if:
- You want to prepare your company for the incidence of a pandemic.
- You want to establish the responsibilities of managers and team members during this pandemic.
- You want to outline the company’s commitments to employees during this time.
What does this Pandemic Policy cover?
- The company’s commitments and responsibilities during the pandemic.
- The employee’s responsibilities during the pandemic.
- Procedure for leave during the pandemic.
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The Legal Risk Score of a Pandemic Policy Template is Low
Our legal team have marked this document as low risk considering:
- The document places significant responsibility on employees to adhere to health and safety protocols, which could lead to potential compliance issues or liability if employees fail to follow the guidelines strictly.
- The policy grants the organization broad discretion in determining the acceptability of leave requests and work-from-home arrangements, which might result in inconsistent application or perceived unfairness among team members.
- The enforcement measures for breaches of the policy, including potential termination, suggest a stringent compliance environment that might impact employee morale or lead to legal challenges if not managed carefully.
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