Investigating and Responding to Bullying and Harassment

In this in-depth training session, experts will lead participants in discussions and exercises designed to provide the knowledge and skills necessary for workplace parties to investigate and respond to bullying and harassment effectively and in a way that meets their legal obligations.

Participants will work through scenarios based on real-life situations involving harassment or bullying. Experienced management and union representatives and investigators will assist participants and provide tips on best practices.

Participants will leave the course with the skills necessary to:

• Identify workplace bullying and harassment and recognize the warning signs
• Investigate and respond to allegations
• Protect complainants and witnesses while safeguarding the rights of the accused
• Remedy poisoned work environments
• Create an organizational culture of respect and safety

By working through scenarios with the guidance of experienced lawyers and investigators, union and management representatives will learn the essentials in dealing effectively with workplace bullying and harassment.

MATERIALS
Includes materials, with case summaries and analyses, prepared by Lancaster's legal staff.