August 27

Steps to take when reporting bullying at work

This is an example of what a written complaint should include:

date and salutation when using memo style
if the incident did not happen in the office, mention the location
“Today at x am/pm my work colleague/manager/supervisor called me e.g. ‘delusional’
I understand that (name the person) is experiencing deadlines and other work related stress. When an unqualified person makes unsubstantiated judgments about my character it is not only unacceptable, it is degrading, and I am feeling worthless and depressed
Insults like these have happened before on these dates and I have talked to this person without achieving anything
My work and my work relationships are very important to me and may suffer under these circumstances
In the interest of a healthy office culture I am requesting training for all staff to prevent this type of behaviour
With this notice I comply with the requirement of “good faith” in the Employment Act 2000
Thank you and your name”