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    The document outlines WBHO's HIV/AIDS policy, which acknowledges the seriousness of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The policy aims to prevent HIV/AIDS among employees and manage the consequences for those living with HIV/AIDS. It ensures confidentiality for employees' HIV statuses and prohibits discrimination. The company commits to eradicating stigma through education and creating a supportive environment for voluntary disclosure. It provides medical assistance, counseling, preventative measures, and injury protection for employees affected by HIV/AIDS.

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    The document outlines WBHO's HIV/AIDS policy, which acknowledges the seriousness of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The policy aims to prevent HIV/AIDS among employees and manage the consequences for those living with HIV/AIDS. It ensures confidentiality for employees' HIV statuses and prohibits discrimination. The company commits to eradicating stigma through education and creating a supportive environment for voluntary disclosure. It provides medical assistance, counseling, preventative measures, and injury protection for employees affected by HIV/AIDS.

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    The document outlines WBHO's HIV/AIDS policy, which acknowledges the seriousness of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The policy aims to prevent HIV/AIDS among employees and manage the consequences for those living with HIV/AIDS. It ensures confidentiality for employees' HIV statuses and prohibits discrimination. The company commits to eradicating stigma through education and creating a supportive environment for voluntary disclosure. It provides medical assistance, counseling, preventative measures, and injury protection for employees affected by HIV/AIDS.

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    WBHO HIV AIDS Policy PDF

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    The document outlines WBHO's HIV/AIDS policy, which acknowledges the seriousness of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The policy aims to prevent HIV/AIDS among employees and manage the consequences for those living with HIV/AIDS. It ensures confidentiality for employees' HIV statuses and prohibits discrimination. The company commits to eradicating stigma through education and creating a supportive environment for voluntary disclosure. It provides medical assistance, counseling, preventative measures, and injury protection for employees affected by HIV/AIDS.

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    HIV / AIDS POLICY

    INTRODUCTION

    WBHO acknowledges the seriousness of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. As well
    as supporting national efforts to reduce the spread of infection and minimise the impact of the disease, we
    are concerned about the impact of the epidemic on the health and wellbeing of our employees and their
    immediate families.

    The purpose of this policy is to ensure a consistent and equitable approach to (i) the prevention of HIV/AIDS
    among employees and their immediate families and (ii) the management of the consequences of the dis-
    ease, including the care and support of employees living with HIV/AIDS.

    The WBHO HIV/AIDS Policy consists of the principles outlined below and should be read in conjunction with
    the company’s Code of Conduct. It will be reviewed on a regular basis and further, confidential advice and
    information is available to employees via the AIDS Helpline on 0800-012-322 (Toll-free) and from CareWorks
    on 0860-10-11-10.

    1. CONFIDENTIALITY
    An employee who is, or becomes, HIV infected has the right to confidentiality and privacy. No employee will
    be obliged to disclose their HIV status to management. Should any information be passed on to manage-
    ment, for whatever reason, it will be treated with the strictest confidence.

    2. DISCRIMINATION
    Any employee, whether infected or affected by HIV, will not be discriminated against in any way and will be
    afforded the same rights as any other employee. The company has a zero tolerance policy towards discrim-
    ination in the workplace.

    3. STIGMA AND EDUCATION


    Stigma continues to limit open discussions regarding HIV and is a significant deterrent to the early registra-
    tion of HIV positive people with available treatment programs. The company commits to trying to eradicate
    the stigmatisation of anybody living with HIV in the workplace, and awareness and education programmes
    on HIV, AIDS and TB will be made available to all employees.

    4. DISCLOSURE
    While an employee’s HIV status will be treated with the strictest confidentiality, the company recognises the
    benefits of voluntary disclosure and will actively seek to create a climate conducive to HIV positive employ-
    ees disclosing their status.

    5. EMPLOYMENT
    Some applicants may be required to pass a standard pre-employment medical examination, if their position
    requires it. This does not include an HIV test. All employees with HIV/AIDS and/or TB will continue to be em-
    ployed until they become medically unfit to work.
    6. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
    Medical assistance, including Antiretroviral Drugs (ARVs) where clinically prescribed, will be provided for
    permanently employed HIV positive employees, according to their conditions of employment and where
    applicable to the rules of the relevant medical aid scheme. Limited duration HIV positive employees will be
    offered assistance in accessing medical support through public facilities. When an employee is no longer
    able to continue in employment as a result of ill health, the rules of the company regarding ill health and
    retirement will apply.

    7. COUNSELLING
    Access to appropriate support and counselling services will be made available to all employees affected by
    HIV.

    8. PREVENTATIVE MEASURES
    Condoms and educational information will be made available at all workplaces, and will be provided free
    of charge.

    9. INJURY ON DUTY
    The company recognises the potential for HIV infection resulting from workplace accidents and will provide
    Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) where indicated, and will educate staff accordingly.

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