Workplace Violence and Harassment

Interpreting Behaviours

An important mandate for organizations is to make everyone aware of the expectations, reporting protocols, and assessment requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act’s Bill 168, Workplace Violence and Harassment.

This information is readily available on-line however the confusion surrounding the translation of it can be overwhelming.  Because our expertise lies in facilitating practical applications, we work with leaders and staff and show them how to apply the WVH information confidently thereby alleviating the apprehension of dealing with these uncomfortable situations. 

The biggest areas of concern for most people are:

• Understanding how to properly assess and identify WVH behaviours in ourselves and others
• Responding to complaints and second hand information – especially from an unreliable source
• Managing the workplace culture through investigations without causing gossip and fear mongering
• Promoting accountability for behaviours regardless of intent or “didn’t mean anything by it” attitudes

Behavioural Interventions in the Workplace

There are instances when behaviours between staff and employees can lead to situations which are difficult for leadership to deal with, and if not stopped immediately could have severe consequences. 

This session addresses individual employees and their behaviour towards one another revolving around a specific incident(s) that has had a negative impact on the workplace and co-workers.

Workshop Objectives:

• Ensure both employees understand the impact their own behaviour has in the workplace.
• Ensure both understand their responsibility as professionals within the workplace
• Ensure both have a clear understanding of corporate expectations and consequences.
• Create an action plan of how to work together on organizational objectives with professional and accountable behaviour, independent of one another.