Mitigating director liability:
A Roadmap for Handling Workplace Bullying and Psychosocial Hazards
Workplace bullying isn't just an employee problem – it's a personal liability for business owners and directors.
It's time to prioritise the well-being of your workforce to protect your organisation and yourself from the perils of workplace bullying.
Tackling workplace bullying and psychosocial hazards is not just a moral imperative but also a business one. The cost of ignoring these issues can be substantial to you and your business.
Workplace bullying isn't just an employee problem – it's a personal liability for business owners and directors.
We bring together a team of seasoned professionals with diverse backgrounds:
Understanding Workplace Bullying
Business case for owners to address
Strategies for addressing workplace bullying
How you can stop bullying within 3 months with Empathyse
Why choose Empathyse?
Understanding Workplace Bullying
Consider the implications: a toxic work environment rife with bullying can result in increased turnover rates, decreased employee engagement, and higher absenteeism.
Moreover, the personal liability faced by business owners and directors in such scenarios can be severe, ranging from costly lawsuits to irreparable damage to their professional standing and personal finances.
Did you know that 1 in 10 workers in Australia are affected by workplace bullying, resulting in an annual cost of $54 billion?
Workplace bullying is a pattern of unreasonable behaviour where one or more individuals repeatedly and intentionally cause harm to another person in the workplace.
This can manifest in various forms, ranging from verbal abuse and intimidation to more subtle tactics like exclusion or undermining someone’s work.
Types of Workplace Bullying: Direct forms like verbal abuse, threats, or overtly aggressive behaviour, and indirect forms such as spreading rumours, isolation, or consistently excluding someone from meetings or conversations.
Impact on Individuals: Victims of workplace bullying may experience a range of psychological impacts, including stress, anxiety, depression, and a decrease in self-esteem. Physically, they might suffer from sleep disturbances, loss of appetite, and other stress-related health issues, including PTSD and suicide.
The Business Case for Addressing Workplace Bullying
Unchecked bullying can lead to significant legal and financial repercussions, tarnishing the company’s reputation and undermining its productivity and employee morale.
The cost of ignoring these issues can be substantial, including legal expenses, compensation claims, lost productivity, and reputational damage.
By implementing comprehensive anti-bullying policies, fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity, and providing resources for both prevention and intervention, business owners and directors can mitigate their personal liability and cultivate a safer, healthier workplace for all employees.
Legal and Financial Implications
As a business owner or director, the implications of workplace bullying extend far beyond the immediate concerns of employee well-being.
Failing to address workplace bullying can directly impact a director’s personal liability and have significant legal and financial repercussions for both you personally and the company.
Organisations may face legal actions, fines, and compensation payouts. There are also indirect costs like increased insurance premiums and the expense of recruitment and training if affected employees leave.
The average cost of Workers Compensation Claims in Australia is $33,000.
Benefits of Proactive Measures
Since 2016, there has been a 46% increase in Workers Compensation Claims.
Addressing these issues can lead to improved employee engagement, higher productivity, and better retention rates.
Proactive measures to address workplace bullying offer several long-term benefits to business owners and directors:
Legal Protection
Enhanced Reputation
Increased Productivity and Performance
Better Employee Retention
Healthier Work Environment
Compliance with Regulations
Strategies for Addressing Workplace Bullying and Psychosocial Hazards
Creating a safe and healthy workplace requires a multifaceted approach. This involves establishing clear policies, providing employee support, and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Developing Clear Policies and Procedures
Training and Awareness
Fostering a Positive Workplace Culture
Support and Resources for Affected Employees
Regular Monitoring and Evaluation
Workplace bullying and psychosocial hazards can cost you personally.
Stop Workplace Bullying Within
3 Months with Empathyse®
Empathyse® offers off-the-shelf complete online solutions that are ready for immediate use, providing convenient and accessible resources for businesses seeking to address these challenges.
By utilising Empathyse®, businesses can comply with legal obligations while effectively eliminating workplace psychosocial hazards and sexual harassment. The program offers a comprehensive approach to stop harassment before it escalates, promoting a healthier work environment and reducing emotional work stress for employees and leaders alike.
With a discounted pricing structure as a social enterprise and the flexibility to cancel anytime, Empathyse® offers cost-effective solutions.
The program includes access to:
Short video Training Sessions
For all visitors, staff and managers
Interactive AI Tutor
To explain videos and policies at any time
Organisational policies
to encourage positive behavior
Employment contracts
To your protect workers
Advanced guidebook
On counselling and implementation
Stop workplace bullying within your organisation or business within 3 months with the Empathyse program or your money back.
Why Choose Empathyse®?
Empathyse® isn’t just another provider in the market – we’re specialists with unparalleled expertise in combating workplace bullying.
Our sole focus is on revolutionising workplaces through people-centred innovation, addressing the critical need for affordable solutions in a market often inaccessible.
Our diverse skill set allows us to offer comprehensive solutions that not only ensure legal compliance but also prioritise organisational culture and employee well-being. We bring a wealth of experience in the following fields:
Legal
WHS (Work Health and Safety)
Behaviour
Leadership
Management
At Empathyse®, we understand that stopping workplace bullying requires more than just policies – it requires a transformational approach. Our online leadership policies and training programs are designed to foster a Psychological Safety Culture, empowering organisations to eradicate bullying from its roots.
Join us in our mission to stop workplace bullying and build a future where empathy, respect, and collaboration thrive.
Introductory offer 15% OFF First Month
Sign up today and remove the risk of personal liability for workplace bullying in your business
Pay annually, and get a further 15% off for the year
A$69 per month
What it comes with:
Bonus standard employment contract template incorporating our exclusive Empathyse positive behaviour agreement (valued at $699)
Psychosocial hazard control policy and training
Unlimited users
Cancel anytime
Satisfaction guaranteed.