The FSU recommends a pro-active approach to ensure that the health and safety of our members is protected.

1. Know the rules: In addition to your legal right to a healthy and safe workplace, most organisations have policies that specifically deal with bullying and harassment in the workplace. Make sure you are familiar with the guidelines that may apply. There may a clause in your award or enterprise agreement that relates to promoting a bullying and harassment free workplace. To find out what rules apply to your workplace, call the FSU Member Rights Centre on 1300 366 378.


2. Keep a record: Convincing your employer to accept that there is a problem with bullying or harassment requires evidence that repeated unacceptable conduct has taken place over time. Keep a record of whyat happened, when and where the bullying took place and who was involved. The last page of this booklet shows you what the records you keep should look like.


3. Break the silence: If you are experiencing bullying it is likely that you are not alone. There may be other people who are being targeted by the same bully or bullies. A powerful thing you can do is to talk to other people in your workplace about their experiences. You may be able to support one another or take action to stop the bullying together. You can also report bullying to the FSU Member Rights Centre on 1300 366 378. The Member Rights Centre can provide you with information, advice and support in relation to bullying.