Handling inappropriate treatment at work
An employer is obliged to take action on harassment and inappropriate treatment once it becomes aware of it. The manager is often the first to hear about it, and quick, impartial action protects everyone involved.
You will need
- Your workplace’s procedure for handling inappropriate treatment
- Contact details for HR and the occupational safety representative
- Dated notes of conversations
- A quiet, private space for conversations
Steps
Take the report seriously
Thank the person who told you and record what happened, when and who was present. Do not play it down or draw conclusions yet.
Act without delay
Check the procedure and get support
Hear everyone involved
Assess the situation
Decide on actions
Document and keep records
Follow up
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