An employee policy for requesting access to a personnel file for the purpose of inspecting or copying relevant records. This policy can be incorporated into an employee handbook or used as a stand-alone policy document. This Standard Document applies only to private workplaces. It is jurisdiction neutral. State or local laws may impose additional or different requirements, but this document will be useful and relevant to employers in every state. For state-specific versions, see Related Content. This Standard Document has integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.