A policy regarding employment references for former or current employees. An employer can minimize risks by centralizing requests for employment information with a single department and training the employees responsible for responding to the requests to handle all requests consistently. This policy can be incorporated into an employee handbook or used as a stand-alone policy document. This Standard Document applies only to private sector workplaces. It is jurisdiction neutral. State or local law may impose additional or different requirements, but this document will be useful and relevant to employers in every state. This Standard Document has integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.