Anti-Discrimination and Equal Opportunities Policy

Effective Date: 21/07/2026

Purpose

UAV Surveys is committed to providing a working environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity, courtesy and respect. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and ensuring that discrimination, harassment, bullying and victimisation have no place within our business.

This policy applies to all employees, workers, contractors, agency staff, subcontractors, applicants, clients, suppliers and any other individuals working with or on behalf of UAV Surveys.

Policy Statement

UAV Surveys is committed to ensuring that employment, recruitment, promotion, training, remuneration and all business decisions are based solely on merit, competence, qualifications and business requirements.

We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination on the grounds of any protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010, including:

• Age

• Disability

• Gender reassignment

• Marriage or civil partnership

• Pregnancy or maternity

• Race, colour, nationality or ethnic or national origin

• Religion or belief

• Sex

• Sexual orientation

We also prohibit discrimination based on any other personal characteristic that is not relevant to an individual's ability to perform their role.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal opportunities throughout every stage of employment and engagement.

Employment decisions, including recruitment, promotion, training, remuneration, performance management and termination, will be based on objective criteria, business needs and individual merit.

Harassment and Bullying

Harassment, bullying, intimidation, offensive behaviour, abusive language, unwanted conduct or any form of victimisation will not be tolerated.

This includes behaviour that occurs:

• In the workplace.

• At client premises.

• During business travel.

• During training events.

• At work-related social events.

• Through electronic communications, including email, messaging platforms and social media.

Recruitment

Recruitment and selection processes will be conducted fairly and consistently.

Selection decisions will be based upon the skills, qualifications, experience and competence required for the role.

Reasonable adjustments will be made where appropriate to support applicants with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Everyone working for or on behalf of UAV Surveys has a responsibility to:

• Treat others with dignity and respect.

• Promote an inclusive working environment.

• Challenge inappropriate behaviour where appropriate.

• Report incidents of discrimination, harassment or bullying.

• Comply with this policy and all applicable legislation.

Managers are expected to lead by example and take appropriate action where unacceptable behaviour is identified.

Reporting Concerns

Any individual who believes they have experienced or witnessed discrimination, harassment or victimisation is encouraged to report the matter as soon as reasonably practicable.

All complaints will be taken seriously, investigated fairly and handled as confidentially as possible.

No individual will suffer retaliation or victimisation for raising a genuine concern or assisting with an investigation.

Breach of this Policy

Any breach of this policy may result in disciplinary action, termination of contracts or the cessation of business relationships where appropriate.

Where unlawful conduct is identified, UAV Surveys reserves the right to report matters to the relevant authorities.

Review

This policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains effective, reflects current legislation and continues to support an inclusive, respectful and professional working environment.

UAV Surveys is committed to fostering a culture where everyone is treated fairly, valued for their contribution and afforded equal opportunity to succeed regardless of their background or personal characteristics.