Workplace Etiquette

PDQ can be a better place to work when all employees show respect and courtesy to each other. Sometimes there are problems when employees do not realize that they are bothering or annoying other people. If this happens to you, you should first try to solve the problem by politely telling your co-worker what is bothering you.

In most cases, if you use common sense, the problem can be fixed. We encourage you to keep an open mind. If another employee tells you about something that you are doing that makes it hard for that person to work, try to understand the other person's point of view.

The following are some guidelines and suggestions for how to be considerate of others at work. You will not necessarily be disciplined if you do not follow these suggestions, but the guidelines will help you get along with others. If you have comments or suggestions about workplace etiquette, contact the Human Resources Department.

* Return copy machine and printer settings to their default settings after changing them.

* Replace paper in the copy machine and printer paper trays when they are empty.

* Retrieve print jobs in a timely manner and be sure to collect all your pages.

* Avoid public accusations or criticisms of other employees. Address such issues privately with those involved or your supervisor.

* Be conscious of how your voice travels, and try to lower the volume of your voice when talking on the phone or to others in open areas.

* Keep socializing to a minimum, and try to conduct conversations in areas where the noise will not be distracting to others.

* Avoid discussions of your personal life/issues in public conversations that can be easily overheard.

* Monitor the volume when listening to music, voice mail, or a speakerphone that others can hear.

* Clean up after yourself and do not leave behind waste or discarded papers.

* Keep bathrooms clean.

Policy No.  722  Issued  1/1/2006  Applicable  1/1/2006