Every worker deserves dignity and respect from management...
Have you ever experienced or witnessed bullying, harassment or victimisation at work? Your union is supporting and representing a number of members at DEWHA who are in this situation and we are concerned there may be more.
Standing up for your rights
CPSU believes every worker deserves dignity and respect from management and co-workers and that there is no room for harassment, bullying and victimisation in the modern workplace. Your union wants to work with the Department to build a more positive work environment. We advocate an active approach to sort our problems. With this in mind, we are seeking your feedback and support for building a positive work environment free from harassment and bullying. Together we can make a difference.
Bullying can be many things
Personal insults and name calling
Sarcasm and ridicule
Constant negative criticism
Constant intrusive surveillance and monitoring
Freezing out, ignoring or excluding
Use of threats and instilling fear
Constantly undervaluing efforts
Setting impossible workloads
Not giving you all the information needed to help you do your job
Using formal performance and disciplinary procedures to intimidate
Restrictive and petty work rules
Use of one-on-one chats without notice
Applying leave guidelines inconsistently
What is a positive work environment?
The APSC outlines the essential elements of a respectful and courteous workplace: ‘Employees want to work in a place where:
they know what is expected of them
the workplace is safe and they are treated fairly
their skills and contribution are recognised and valued
training and development support career progression
they can work harmoniously with others.’
What do you think?
Your union is seeking feedback and support from all staff for a more positive work environment at DEWHA. Through the confidential survey below you can let us know if you support our values and goals, your thoughts on what issues need to be addressed, and importantly, what you can do to help.
What can you do?
Complete the survey on reverse and fax-back to 02 6220 9690 or complete the DEWHA Bullying Survey here.
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Know what to do if you feel bullied or harassed. Find out more here.
