Respectful Workplace & Behavior Guidlines Flashcards
What are commanders responsible for (Respectful workplace)
Provide safe work environment, free of negative behavior
proactive strategies to prevent negative behavior
be good role model in the workplace
monitor work environment for negative indicators
ensure employees understand their responsibilities.
What are indicators of negative work place behaviour
low morale
increased sick leave
staff turn over
conflict
what is a workplace equity matter
behavior between NSWPF employees in the workplace can include bullying discrimination harassment sexual harassment vilification victimisation
What are guiding principles for the management of workplace equity matters
right to have matter dealt with ASAP
natural justice
confidentiality, as far as possible
support and protection for all involved.
what is the role of the Workplace Relations Equity Unit
provides expert advice on this policy and guidelines
provide training & support to Staff & SMT
Ensure mandatory standards are put in place
monitor prevention and management strategies
provide advice to commanders on risk management
what is workplace bullying
repeated & unreasonable behavior towards worker or group that creates a risk to health and safety
what is not considered work place bullying
setting reasonable goals/deadlines
reasonable work hours
not selecting employee for position when reasonable process has been followed
Raising unsatisfactory work performance in honest, fair & Constructive way
disciplinary action
what are the options for resolving workplace equity matters
Self resolution - if comfortable to do so, raise with the person in non confrontational manner
explain it is unwelcome want it to stop
explain impacting adversely
focus on behavior not person
do not retaliate, remain professional
or
Report to Supervisor/commander
workplace equity unitWhat is it mandatory to do when WREU are raised
all matters must be referred to Workplace Relations & Equity Unit for advice and appropriate course of action.
