Could your business be at risk of an unwanted workplace claim this festive season? With most businesses in the throes of Christmas parties, it’s a timely reminder that the silly season is also ripe with workplace risks such as harassment incidents, injury claims and all-round headaches. Follow these stress-free tips to help you survive the silly season.
Get prepared on what you need to know:
Joe Murphy, Managing Director and Sina Zevari, Associate Director from Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors, Business SA’s Workplace Assured program partners, share their expertise on being prepared and managing your legal obligations for the party season. Their webcast,
Parties, policies and problems: How to avoid the HR hangover provides examples of what can go wrong and how the damage can be minimised to both a brand and its people.
The webcast covers:
- Essential policies to have in place
- Steps to take to prevent incidents occurring
- What you can and can’t enforce with offsite events
- What to do when things don't go to plan
Watch the webcast
here
Get your staff on board:
Make sure you have communicated your expectations of acceptable behaviour to all staff ahead of the event, and circulate any business policies.
You don’t have to kill the vibe, just guide it. Download Business SA’s Workplace Assured infographic
here and share among your staff to remind them of the characters they shouldn’t become. Hang this in your communal areas to remind staff of what behaviour will not be tolerated.
If you have any concerns around this time of year contact Cindy Jackway, Business SA Employer Solutions Sales Manager on (08) 8300 0247 or email
[email protected]
Wishing you and your business a safe silly season!