Bad Banter: Managing Bullying & Harassment at Work

When workplace banter crosses the line, it can damage team culture, reduce productivity, and cost your business more than just money. In this free 60-minute webinar, you’ll learn how to recognise, prevent, and respond to bullying and harassment—while staying on top of your responsibilities as an employer.

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Duration:
Approx. 60 mins

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In this event, we will address

How to recognise when banter is turning into bullying or harassment

What these behaviours do to morale, productivity, and workplace culture

What you’re required to do as an employer to keep your team safe

Practical steps to prevent issues and respond effectively when they arise

More about this event

A bit of banter can help keep things relaxed at work but when it crosses the line, it can cause real harm.

In small teams where everyone works closely together, it’s easy for offhand comments or behaviours to go unnoticed. This free 60-minute webinar will help you recognise the early signs of bullying and harassment, understand your responsibilities, and take practical steps to stop issues before they escalate.

In just 60 minutes, you’ll learn:

Where Banter Crosses the Line
Real examples to help you tell the difference between harmless fun and harmful behaviour.
The Cost of Doing Nothing
How bullying and harassment affect morale, safety, and what you can do to prevent it
Your H&S Responsibilities
What the law expects from you when it comes to keeping your workers safe, physically and mentally
Simple Steps to Protect Your Team
Practical tips for setting up clear policies, reporting systems, and a culture that doesn’t tolerate bad behaviour.

Please note that this is general information and not intended to replace legal advice under any circumstances.

Have a question?

Have a question before the webinar, or perhaps you need some guidance on a HR or workplace safety matter? We’re happy to answer all your questions, call 0800 675 701 or email [email protected].