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Workplace Bullies

What is bullying in the workplace?

Bullying in the workplace is a serious health and safety hazard.

Typical bullying behaviour may include:

  • Intimidation
  • Threatening
  • Demeaning comments
  • Excessive work load
  • Unfair and unreasonable feedback
  • Micro managed

Bullying in the workplace is against the law.

Effects of bullying in the workplace

Effects of bullying in the workplace can include:

  • Low staff morale
  • Decrease in productivity
  • Staff ill health
  • Loss of employee self-esteem and self confidence
  • High staff turnover
  • Increased absenteeism
  • Poor company image
  • Legal and counselling expenses

How do you resolve bullying in the workplace?

The law states that bullying in the workplace is an offence. An employer has an obligation to educate and enforce the protection of its employees from bullying. It is your legal right to speak up if you or your fellow employees are being bullied.

Contact your supervisor or senior manager if appropriate or seek the support of your union representative.

Employees who suffer bullying in the workplace may apply to the Federal Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission or a State Tribunal.

This information is a guideline to assist in the education of workplace issues. Please contact your relevant government body for clarification or advice on specific issues.

People Potential Recruitment and Training Solutions has zero tolerance in regards to discrimination and any forms of harassment.

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