Right to Disconnect Policy
This Policy can be used to clarify employees' right to disconnect from work-related communications outside of working hours.
Last updated August 12, 2025
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The Legal Risk Score of a Right to Disconnect Policy Template is Low
Our legal team have marked this document as low risk considering:
- There is a risk that the boundaries of "normal working hours" and "urgent deadlines" may be subjectively interpreted by different employees and managers, potentially leading to inconsistencies in the application of the policy.
- The policy relies on employees to report breaches by managers or team leads, which could lead to underreporting if employees feel intimidated or fear retaliation despite assurances to the contrary.
- The document does not specify the contact point or process for employees to voice concerns or report breaches effectively, which could hinder the resolution of issues related to the policy.
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