Which statement best describes Harrassment under the rules?

• A. Harassment is allowed if it is not directed at someone.
• B. Harassment refers to physical altercations only.
• C. Harassment refers to personal insults that may occur in jest.
• D. Harassment is defined as offensive or derogatory comments based on race, color, sex, religion or national origin either directly or indirectly to another person.

Answer: (D)

Harassment under these rules involves offensive or derogatory comments based on protected characteristics such as race, color, sex, religion, or national origin, directed at another person, either directly or indirectly. This captures both the content and the target that the policies aim to prohibit. The other options don’t fit because harassment isn’t allowed only when not directed at someone, isn’t limited to physical altercations, and isn’t acceptable as jesting insults—especially when they involve protected characteristics and contribute to a hostile environment.