Respect at Work - Avoiding the Employment Tribunal

In summary

All employers need to take respect at work seriously. Bullying and harassment at work cause untold misery and stress, which in turn lead to increased absence and poor motivation. They are also a factor in the increase in Discrimination claims. New laws outline the definition of harassment, and strengthen the need for all employers to have proper policies, procedures and training in place. If you were to face an Employment Tribunal, you would need to demonstrate that you had taken all "reasonably practicable" steps to prevent harassment and discrimination. It is not sufficient to have a written policy alone.

This highly practical, interactive course does more than just recite the law. It includes guidance on what type of behaviour may be construed as bullying or harassment, and looks at difficult management issues like managing banter. Delegates will work through real cases and scenarios to get the message across.

Who is the course for?

Usually managers but may be rolled out to all staff.

Course Objectives		Course Overview
To guide managers through difficult areas such as banter and bullying Enable delegates to Identify bullying behaviour and harassment To clearly demonstrate when and how to intervene To identify what the law expects in this developing area		The legal definition of harassment Bullying vs. Strong Management Recent case law Discrimination The questionnaire procedure Banter at work What a tribunal is looking for Your policy on harassment and discrimination Case study The link with the Disciplinary and Grievance procedure Responding to grievances and complaints

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