Physical Harassment

Here’s an uncomfortable truth: Australia ranks among the worst countries globally for workplace harassment. According to the Lloyd’s Register Foundation World Risk Poll, nearly half of all Australian workers (49%) have experienced some form of workplace violence or harassment in their lifetime, more than double the global average of 21%. Let that sink in for […]

Physical harassment in the workplace is one of those topics that people often know is wrong but struggle to clearly define. Where does a pat on the back cross a line? When does horseplay become assault? And what does Australian law say about it? These are fair questions and important ones. Because if you cannot […]

Physical abuse in the workplace is a serious issue that can have a profound impact on both the victim and the organisation. It is important to know how to recognise and deal with physical abuse in the workplace to create a safe and healthy work environment for everyone.  Recognise the signs of physical abuse: Some […]

Physical abuse in the workplace is any form of physical violence or harm inflicted upon an employee by another person in the workplace. This can include things like hitting, pushing, shoving, or even throwing objects. Physical abuse can also include the use of weapons or the threat of violence.  Physical abuse can have serious and […]

Quick Answer: Physical harassment is unwanted physical contact, gestures or intimidation directed at a worker, from a shove or a blocked doorway through to assault. In Australia there is no single physical harassment statute. It is caught by your work health and safety duty to manage violence and aggression as a psychosocial hazard, by the […]