| For employers In all jurisdictions in Australia, the employer has a duty of care to provide, as far as reasonably practicable, a healthy and safe workplace. This extends to the physical and psychological well-being of all employees. This means that the employer is responsible for taking proactive steps to recognise, assess and control hazards including psychological hazards such as bullying behaviour. Thus, in relation to bullying behaviours, just as with any other workplace hazards, the employer has the following broad responsibilities
- To be informed about the issue
- To obtain commitment from senior staff to the implementation and continuous improvement of prevention policies and procedures
- To formally consult with employees at all levels about the development of prevention policies and procedures
- To undertake ongoing risk assessment
- To promote awareness through the provision of training, instruction, information (using various media) and engagement for example through discussion, meetings and supervision
- To ensure the provision of appropriate risk controls through various initiatives including the development of early notification systems and the handling of complaints in a competent, impartial, confidential and timely manner
- To provide support and advice to all stakeholders as required using internal and/or external services
We are available to consult with your organisation regarding your health and safety systems, programs and procedures. Government publications The following table lists publications by various Australian Workplace authorities regarding bullying at work (as at May 2007) |
