Section 9: Equal opportunity policy

9. Equal opportunity policy (1) Every employer shall, in conformity with such guidelines and codes as may be prepared by the Commission under section 27 (3) (f), draw up and apply, within such delay as may be specified by that Commission, an equal opportunity policy at his place of work with a view to minimising the risk of an employee being discriminated against and to promote recruitment training, selection and employment on the basis of merit. (2) Every employer shall, with a view to promoting equality among his employees, and taking into consideration the employer’s resources and circumstances in general, take such measures as may be required to— (a) ensure that working conditions are suitable for women and men; and (b) facilitate gainful employment and parenthood for female and male employees.