Employers Guide to Combatting Harassment at the Workplace

Organisations should have zero tolerance towards any form of discrimination and robust anti-disciplinary policies should be adopted and implemented.

This gives the fundamental right to all citizens to practice any profession, or to carry on any occupation, trade or business. This right pre-supposes the availability of an enabling work environment.

The POSH Act details the rules and responsibilities of the employer including a safe workplace and Internal Complaints Committee.

The role of leadership in building and sustaining a fair and equitable work culture is important. Leaders are visible champions of inclusion and lead the effort from the front.