Appropriate Behaviour at Work Functions Training Course

What is a work function?

Work functions can occur during or outside ordinary working hours and tend to take place in a casual or relaxed environment. If a business endorses or supports an activity, that activity would be considered work-related and, therefore, a work function. Activities could include but are not limited to:

• conferences
• networking events
• lunches with clients or suppliers
• trade shows
• employer events such as Christmas parties.

Course Overview

This online course on appropriate behaviour at work functions will help you understand that work functions require the same obligations and appropriate behaviour that is required in the workplace. You are expected to behave acceptably and responsibly to ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others.

Target audience

This appropriate behaviour at work functions training is suitable for all staff, contractors, and volunteers.

Topics covered

The following topics are covered in the appropriate behaviour at work functions course:

• What a work function is
• Common issues that occur at work functions
• Work function etiquette
• Common misconceptions about work functions
• Employee and employer responsibilities
• How to promote a culture that does not tolerate inappropriate behaviour

Duration

This appropriate behaviour at work functions course will take approximately 10 minutes to complete.

Learner experience

This online course for appropriate behaviour at work functions is simple to navigate, easy to understand and will accommodate all learning styles. During this appropriate behaviour at work functions training, learners will undertake case studies and learning activities to reinforce the information provided. At the end of this appropriate behaviour at work functions course, there is a short online assessment. There is also a declaration that employees understand their duty to act appropriately at work functions.

Learning outcomes

Work-related functions can be particularly enjoyable and are a way of developing better working relationships. Work functions require the same obligations and appropriate behaviour that is required in the workplace. You are expected to behave acceptably and responsibly to ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to understand:

• what a work function is
• common issues that occur at work functions
• work function etiquette
• common misconceptions about work functions
• employee and employer responsibilities
• how to promote a culture that does not tolerate inappropriate behaviour.

Business outcomes

There are many legal risks associated with work functions, including unprofessional behaviour, misconduct, bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and workplace health and safety incidents.

Employers continue to have a duty to employees at work functions for their health and safety. For example, they must ensure the responsible consumption of alcohol by providing plenty of food and water, providing a safe and healthy event space and ensuring all employees comply with relevant policies such as harassment, work health and safety, code of conduct and social media.