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Only a bit of fun or sexual harassment?
The need to communicate and implement a workplace
anti-harassment policy
A recent case in the Labour Court emphasised the need not just to have an anti-harassment policy at work, but also the importance of en
forcing it.
In the case of A store v A worker EDA163 ,an award of €15,000 was made against the employer who had an anti-harassment policy displayed in a conspicuous position at work.
It also emphasised the importance of knowing the difference between harmless fun and sexual harassment.
The Dangers of intoxication at Work
The duties of an employer in relation to intoxicants at work is something every business owner should consider. The definition of intoxicants is laid down in The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 (The Act). It includes drugs and alcohol and any combination of drugs or drugs and alcohol. Prescription over the counter drugs are included.
The European Court of Human Rights and privacy at work
Employers in Ireland and other European countries should take note of a recent ruling of the European Court of Human Rights in relation to the monitoring their employees' use of social media and the internet whilst at work.
Take steps now to tackle workplace bullying - Potential or existing
Why you need a policy now
Bullying in the workplace is more prevalent than you think. Ignoring it is not an option.It is an insidious problem, that eats away at workplace morale and costs you the employer thousands of euro in lost and low productivity .
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ERA employment rights advice is a specialist employment law consultancy based in Monaghan and serving all of the Republic of Ireland.Because we only work in the area of employment law, we can focus on getting the right result for our client.
We will prepare the case, negotiate a settlement where appropriate or prosecute the case at full hearing when necessary.