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Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy
SAFE Rideshare, LLC, headquartered at 2933 Carver Drive, Corpus Christi, Texas 78405, under the ownership of Dr. Kenton Edward Emmanuel Connor, has established this Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy (“EEO Policy”).
This policy applies to all aspects of the relationship between SAFE Rideshare and its employees, drivers, contractors, and applicants. It covers (but is not limited to):
Employment
Recruitment and hiring
Advertisements for employment
Compensation and benefits
Assignment and classification of employees
Promotions, transfers, and upgrading
Training and professional development
Working conditions and workplace safety
Disciplinary action and termination
This policy also applies to independent contractors, temporary employees, partners, and all personnel working on behalf of SAFE Rideshare, whether on company premises or through the SAFE Platform.
Any user, employee, or driver found to be in violation of this policy will be subject to corrective action, up to and including termination or deactivation from the SAFE Platform.
SAFE Rideshare will not tolerate any form of discrimination, under any circumstances, against any individual on the basis of:
Race
Creed or religion
Color
Age
Disability
Pregnancy
Marital or parental status
Sexual orientation
Gender identity or expression
Veteran or military status
Domestic violence victim status
National origin
Political affiliation
Sex or gender
Genetic information
Geographic location
Or any other status protected by applicable law
For qualified individuals with disabilities, SAFE Rideshare will provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law.
Discrimination in providing transportation services is strictly prohibited. Drivers and employees may not refuse service, treat passengers differently, or deny equal access based on protected traits or requested destination.
Examples of prohibited discriminatory conduct include:
Refusing to pick up a passenger because of a protected trait or service animal
Asking a passenger to leave a vehicle based on a protected trait
Using derogatory or harassing language
Refusing rides in specific neighborhoods for discriminatory reasons
SAFE Rideshare is committed to a work environment free from harassment. Any unwanted behavior that creates an intimidating, hostile, or humiliating work environment is strictly prohibited. This applies to verbal, non-verbal, physical, and digital interactions.
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature are prohibited when:
Submission is a condition of employment or driving privileges.
Submission or rejection affects employment or platform decisions (promotion, assignment, rating, or access).
Such conduct creates a hostile, intimidating, or offensive work environment.
Examples of prohibited conduct include inappropriate jokes, comments, displays of sexual content, or physical contact.
SAFE Rideshare supports diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to increasing the representation and participation of minorities, women, veterans, and people with disabilities within our workforce and driver community.
Any employee, driver, or contractor who believes they have been discriminated against or harassed should immediately report the matter to:
SAFE Rideshare Grievance Department
2933 Carver Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78405
📧 grievance@itssafe.org
Reports will be investigated promptly and addressed appropriately. Confidentiality will be maintained to the greatest extent possible.
Employees and drivers are also entitled to file complaints with relevant state or federal agencies under applicable law.
SAFE Rideshare prohibits retaliation against any person who reports discrimination or harassment in good faith. Retaliation itself will be treated as a violation of this policy and may result in termination or permanent deactivation.
Any individual found in violation of this policy may face disciplinary action, including but not limited to:
Written warning
Suspension or deactivation from the SAFE Platform
Termination of employment or contract
Corrective remedies may include:
Hiring, promotion, or reinstatement
Back pay or front pay
Reasonable accommodation
Attorney’s fees and costs where legally required
Other corrective actions as deemed necessary by SAFE Rideshare or required by law
This Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy is fully supported and enforced by SAFE Rideshare leadership.
Owner:
Dr. Kenton Edward Emmanuel Connor
SAFE Rideshare, LLC
Effective Date: September 6, 2023