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Infosheet ⸱ 18-03-2024

Undesirable behaviour: Do’s and don’ts for an effective approach

Undesirable behaviour in the workplace is a complex challenge. Our infosheet with ‘Do’s’ and ‘Don’ts’ provides you with a handle to effectively deal with reports of undesirable behaviour.

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Undesirable behaviour in the workplace includes various forms of undesirable behaviour, such as sexual harassment, aggression, violence, bullying and work pressure. The employer has an important role in preventing and addressing this behaviour, with various legal obligations. Reports of undesirable behaviour should be handled carefully. Below you can read our main do’s and don’ts.

Do’s

  • Having a code of conduct
  • Following internal procedures
  • Investigate: consider an external investigator
  • At least investigate if the accused is a manager
  • Ensure both sides (applicant and accused) are heard
  • Record everything in writing (also applies to process decisions)
  • Seeking legal advice
  • Acting decisively

Don’ts

  • Immediately suspended or dismiss the accused employee
  • Internal/external communication
  • Treating employees unequally (implementing inconsistant policy)
  • Making disruptive decisions based on rumours
  • Waiting to record statements until dismissal proceedings
  • Letting too much time pass

Want to know more about this topic? Then also read the article ‘Undesirable behaviour in the workplace: Laws, definitions and recent court rulings’.

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