Regarding work barbeque season, Employers need to be aware of their responsibilities at Employee Social Events

Case law has shown that the employer may be held liable for an incident that may take place at a work related social event. In order to ensure that an employer has the appropriate protection in place it is important that the following items are in place: A clear and well publicised policy in place with regard to bullying, harassment and sexual harassment Make sure that employees are aware that they may be subject to disciplinary action for inappropriate conduct at any work related social event Managers should be trained in how to deal with unacceptable […]