Respectful Workplace
Date Posted: 04/21/2020
Creating a respectful workplace is the cornerstone for the success and continued growth of a company. Respectful workplaces create safer jobsites, healthier company cultures and increased productivity. It is up to everyone to do their part in creating a respectful workplace.
Be inclusive in Your Hiring
Hiring a diverse workforce creates a dynamic and vibrant company culture. A diverse workforce brings in new and innovative ideas and increases opportunities. When posting jobs, make sure they are posted on multiple sites. This will increase the potential number of applicants.
Value your Staffs Input
Take the time listen to your employees and get their feedback. Actively set-up avenues and times for employees to express ideas and concerns about the company
Employee Growth
Employees feel valued when companies invest in their growth. Set up education and training goals during reviews. Provide opportunities for employees to meet these goals and help them advance in their careers. Create employee led committees (safety, community, activities, HR).
Culture of Care
Create a culture of care and respect in the workplace. Take time to make sure employees feel valued. Create and enforce a zero-tolerance policy dealing with discrimination, bullying and harassment. Make sure employees know they will be supported when reporting potential issues.
Company Harassment Prevention and Help
Company Policy: Create a strong anti-harassment policy and educate your workers about the policy.
Warning Signs: Train managers and employees to recognize and report inappropriate behavior.
Communication: Create a safe environment for reporting harassment with the assurance the person reporting the violation will be protected from retaliation.
Company Resources: Be aware of available company resources and how to access them.
Training: Continually provide employee training to keep current with company policies and laws.
Questions for Discussion:
How does your company value feedback and suggestions from its employees?
What are some ways your company creates a respectful workplace?
Are you aware of how to report harassment issues to your company?
Presenter tips:
Pre-read the Toolbox Talk. Your comfort level and confidence will be higher if you know your topic.
Discuss related tasks, work areas or events that make the Toolbox Talk relevant to your jobsite.
Involve workers by asking questions and getting their input to help drive discussions.
Review the procedure for reporting harassment.
