Survey Questions: Equality

Surveys of Equality:
Example 1 (5-point scale; numbers; NA)
Example 2 (7-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 3 (4-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 4 (5-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 5 (5-point scale; words)
Example 6 (Pulse Survey)
Example 7 (5-point scale; item comments)
Example 8 (3-point scale; words; N/A)
Example 9 (4-point scale; numbers)
Example 10 (Comment boxes only)
Example 11 (Single rating per dimension)
Example 12 (Slide-bar scale)

The Company

CompanyName is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for all employees.
The Company is supportive of our efforts to reduce workplace intimidation and harassment
The Company fosters an inclusive environment where everyone can flourish
Our organization benchmarks progress against other organizations to see where we can improve
The company is committed to building an inclusive workplace
The corporate culture here is one grounded in inclusion and diversity

Decision Making

Diversity of thoughts and ideas is valued as well as diversity in backgrounds and social status
Input in decision making is sought from individuals with diverse backgrounds

Equality of Treatment

Employees have equal treatment when performance issues are addressed
I believe rewards are given fairly where I work.
Employees are treated with respect regardless of their positions/jobs.
Workplace policies and procedures are fair to all employees
I can file a grievance if I experience instances of unequal treatment at work

Equality of Access

Employees have equal access to resources used at the Company
Employees have equal access to facilities and equipment
Employees have equal access to training and promotion opportunities

Equality of Opportunities

All employees have an equal opportunity to advance within the department/Company
Employees have equal opportunities for training and advancement

Equality of Resources

All employees have the same resources available
Employees have equal resources available to them to perform their jobs
I have the same resources to do my job as my coworkers

Equality of Value

All employees are considered valuable contributors to the organization
All employees in the department add value
The contributions of all employees are valued and recognized

Policies and Procedures

Policies and procedures are regularly reviewed to examine their effects on employees in the workplace
I am aware of our company's equality, diversity, and inclusion policies
Policies and procedures are implemented equally among all employees
I am aware of our company's policies regarding harassment in the workplace

My Manager

My manager ensures that we are "best-in-class" when implementing equality initiatives
My manager is proactive in reducing/addressing instances of intimidation or harassment in the workplace
My manager engages in practices to improve equality at work
My manager recognizes the importance of inclusiveness in the workplace
My manager works to reduce bullying and harassment at work

My Supervisor

My Supervisor works to overcome prejudices in the workplace
My Supervisor immediately addresses issues that involve unequal treatment
My Supervisor supports efforts to ensure that all employees are treated equally
My supervisor recognizes the benefits of diversity in the workplace

My Department

Favoritism is not a problem in my department.
My department works to eliminate barriers between employee groups
Our department implements practices that help to improve equality in the workplace
People in our department are treated equally with regard to protected status
There is open communication in my department to address issues of inequality
Our department works hard to reduce instances of a hostile work environment
My department regularly audits and reviews policies and procedures to reduce barriers to equal treatment
Our department is an inclusive environment

Training

Training is provided to managers and supervisors in regards to treating employees equally
Employees are regularly trained to recognize and reduce inequality in the workplace
All leaders are trained to better understand the issues facing some employees
All managers and supervisors undergo training to reinforce the company's desire for equal treatment of employees
New hire orientation and onboarding training include segments to help increase equality in the workplace
All employees are encouraged to attend regular training sessions to address equality issues
Training is provided to managers and supervisors to reduce incidents of harassment or intimidation

Retaliation

Employees do not fear retaliation for identifying potential areas of discrimination
Employees do not fear retaliation for bring issues to light

HR Department

I know who to contact if I experience bullying or harassment at work
The HR Department ensures that we are up-to-date with compliance with all relevant laws and guidelines