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This section deals with the duties that employers have under the B.C. Workers Compensation Act. It outlines the steps employers must take in an effort to prevent or reduce workplace bullying and harassment.
Creating a respectful workplace
As an employer you can take steps to create a respectful workplace in a range of ways. For example:
- Build a workplace culture that embraces differences and promotes inclusion.
- Address bullying and harassment from the top down.
- Consult with workers and unions, where applicable.
- Understand how workplace structures and systems contribute to workplace bullying and harassment.
WorkSafeBC’s website on bullying and harassment has a tool kit of resources that provides practical tips and information for employers about how to deal with bullying and harassment in the workplace. You may wish to start with the handbook Towards a Respectful Workplace at http://www2.worksafebc.com/pdfs/Bullying/BK137.pdf.
| This information applies to British Columbia, Canada. Last reviewed for legal accuracy by People's Law School, 2014. |
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