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Flexible Working Request FormHome Working Safety ChecklistRemote Work Policy
FormatDocumentDocumentDocument
Works inGoogle Docs and WordGoogle Docs and WordGoogle Docs and Word
Length7 pages7 pages7 pages
StyleMinimalMinimalModern

Writing a remote work policy that gets read

A remote work policy explains who can work away from the office and what is expected of them.

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Cover who is eligible, core hours, equipment, data security, communication norms, and how it is reviewed.

Base expectations on results and clear core hours, not on being constantly visible online.

Compare Flexible Working Request Form, Home Working Safety Checklist, and Remote Work Policy, all 7 pages long, then pick the closest match and replace the sample text with your own.

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What is a remote work policy?

A remote work policy explains who can work away from the office and what is expected of them.

What should a remote work policy include?

Include who is eligible, core hours, equipment, data security, communication norms, and how it is reviewed. Base expectations on results and clear core hours, not on being constantly visible online.

What is the best remote work policy template to begin from?

Start with Flexible Working Request Form: Handle a flexible working request fairly, from the employee's form to a recorded decision and a clear appeal route. If that is not the right fit, compare it with Home Working Safety Checklist.

How many pages does a remote work policy need?

The templates here are 7 pages long. Cut any section you do not need; each template explains what its sections are for.

Can I make a remote work policy in Google Docs?

Yes. These remote work policy templates work in Google Docs and Microsoft Word. All 3 templates are free, with no account or email needed.

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