Ask Neale: FAQs: bullying - 16 January 2003

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Bullying, harassment and occupational health and safety

Bullying, Harassment and Occupational Health and Safety Assistance for those experiencing bullying or harassment in the workplace, or for those who feel that it is a problem in their workplace. Do you think your workplace is unsafe or dangerous? Find out more about Health and Safety in the workplace ...

A number of my fellow workers think it is fun to pick on the new kid by playing practical jokes on him, but it is really cruel and possibly dangerous; how can we address this issue?

Every time my boss walks pass my desk he touches me or makes comments about the way I'm dressed. He doesn't do this with other employees (male mostly)? I certainly don't enjoy the extra attention.

I am being harassed at work, what can I do about it?

I feel like I am being bullied at work, what can I do about it?

I feel that my workplace is unsafe or dangerous, what can I do about it?

My boss wants me to give a body sample to test for drugs or alcohol, do I have to comply?

We do not have an Occupational Health and Safety representative or health and safety committee at my work, what can we do?

We use a lot of different chemicals at work. Is there some way of knowing more about these?

What are the major OHS responsibilities of employers and employees?

What are the physical hazards of the modern computer-based workplace?

What are the weight limits for lifting at work for women?

What are unions doing about bullying and harassment in the workplace?

What guidelines exist regarding handling of dangerous chemicals / substances at work, and where can I go to find out more?

What is bullying, and what are my rights?

What rights does a worker have to access files or documents regarding workers compensation held by either his/her employer or insurance company? Does the freedom of information & privacy acts grant the worker access?

What role do trade unions play in dealing with chemicals at work?

Where can I find information on workplace violence?

Where can I find out more about occupational health and safety issues?

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