Remote Working Policy template
Governs hybrid and fully remote working arrangements including equipment, security, expenses, working hours, and health & safety obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 for home offices.
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A remote working policy sets out how staff may work away from the usual workplace and the expectations that apply when they do. It covers working arrangements, security, and wellbeing. A clear policy supports productivity while protecting data and managing health and safety.
Who needs one: Employers that allow some or all staff to work from home or other locations.
What a strong remote working policy covers
- Eligibility and how remote working is requested
- Expected working hours, availability, and communication
- Equipment, expenses, and home-working setup
- Data security and protection of company information
- Health, safety, and wellbeing considerations
- Performance expectations and management oversight
Regulations and frameworks this aligns to
PolicyKit references the standards relevant to your jurisdiction when it generates your remote working policy.
- UK GDPR
- The retained UK version of the General Data Protection Regulation, governing how organisations process the personal data of people in the UK.
- Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
- The primary UK legislation placing general duties on employers to protect the health, safety, and welfare of employees and others affected by their work.
Frequently asked questions
What should a remote working policy include?
A robust remote working policy sets out scope, roles and responsibilities, the specific controls or procedures involved, and how compliance is monitored and reviewed, mapped to frameworks like uk-gdpr, hasawa-1974. PolicyKit structures all of this automatically based on your business.
Is this legal advice?
No. PolicyKit generates AI-assisted professional templates and starting points, not legal advice. Every document should be reviewed with qualified legal and compliance counsel before use.
Can I tailor it to my country?
Yes — PolicyKit tailors each document to your jurisdiction, including UK, EU, United States, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong and more.
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