Workplace Solutions Anti Bullying Programs

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Workplace Solutions Anti Bullying Programs

• Greg Chilvers
• Police Association of NSW

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Cops Wont Cop It

• Association is aware this is a major issue in the
  NSW Police Service
• Arises through culture bred from Military rank
  structure and system of Command and Control Style
  management
• Tacit acceptance of bullying
• NSWPA negotiating on workplace anti-bullying
  policy

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Policy features

• Strong definition of what constitutes bullying
• Placed in a context of an OHS and workplace
  legislative framework
• Clearly defines responsibilities
• Transparent grievance, complaints and resolution
  procedures
• Use of internal and external resources

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Where to next?

• Draft Policy developed through consultation with
  NSW Police Service management
• Ensure implementation of policy
• Policy encouraged through co-operative themes
  between Association and Police Service