Document production, name and storage
Documentation should be produced using MS Word 95 or higher. This will ensure portability of files and consistency of operation. Documents should be based on the attached MacVille template and based on MS Word, which incorporate the MacVille Publishing Logos.
Directory path
\department name\project name (for example, \Administration\ New_Employee)
File Name
\as above\document version or number\date (for example, \Administration\New_Employee\v1.0\jan_2014)
Extension
Do not include any extension (.doc, .dot, .xls). Allow the type of package used to determine this.
Margins
Top 2.54 cm
Bottom 2.54 cm
Right 2.54 cm
Left 2.54 cm
Headings
Follow logical sequence and format that reflects relative importance. Use a capital for the first letter only and do not underline or use a full stop.
1.0 Section heading
1.1 First subheading
1.1.1 Second subheading
Numbering
Numbers one through ten are to be written, exceptions include when numbers refer to percentages (5%), time of day (2:00 o’clock), or measurements ( 7 cm, 4 km). Numbers after 10 are to be written as numerals.
Fonts
Section headings Arial Black size 18
First Subheading Arial Black size 16
Second subheading Arial Black size 14
Body text Arial size 12
Spacing
Two spaces after each sentence
2 spaces when indenting for a paragraph.
White Space
Write so that it is as easy as possible to read and maintain. Adding white space in the form of blank lines, spaces, and indentation will significantly improve the readability of your document.
The reference section should be double-spaced.
Bullets
Use the following bullets:
First level not indented.
Second level, indented at 0.63 cm.
Third level, indented at 1.27 cm.
Title:
(Name of) Policy
Version
1.0
TRIM file number
05/XXXX
Short description
A policy on …
Relevant to
All employees
Authority
This Policy has been approved by [name of delegated approver] under the Governance