Unacceptable Behaviour in the Workplace

Course Overview

Bullying, Harassment and Discrimination are behaviours that should not be tolerated. It s estimated that the cost of bullying to the Australian economy could be as high as $36 billion every year. We are all responsible for ensuring that these behaviours are not present or tolerated in our workplaces. This resource has been designed to help you develop a greater understanding of the behaviours that are and those that are not considered bullying. All workplaces can adopt a zero-tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviour, including bullying, discrimination and harassment.

Target Audience

Anyone in the workplace

Learning Objectives

• Have a greater awareness of actions that are  bullying, discrimination and harassment in the workplace
• Have a greater awareness of actions that are not bullying, discrimination and harassment in the workplace
• Understand the health and safety implications of bullying, discrimination and harassment
• Know where to get help if you are accused of bullying or if you need to make an accusation

Business Outcomes

Improved awareness and understanding of behaviours that are unacceptable in any workplace. Scenarios can be used to promote discussion with staff.