What is Workplace Harassment?

Written by Steve Todd in Glossary,HR


What is workplace harassment?

 

Workplace harassment can occur when one party at the workplace demonstrates behavior that causes or is likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress to another party- MinistryOfManpowerOpens in a new tab.

 

Workplace harassment is unwelcome conduct from a boss, coworker, group of coworkers, vendor, or customer whose actions, communication, or behavior mocks, demeans, puts down, disparages, or ridicules an employee. Physical assaults, threats, and intimidation are severe forms of harassment and bullying- thebalancecareersOpens in a new tab.

 

Workplace harassmentOpens in a new tab., also referred to as “workplace mistreatment,” or “workplace bullyingOpens in a new tab.,” occurs when a person is harassed by another employee based on his or her race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Workplace harassment includes any unwanted conduct towards another person in the workplace, and is against the law in all states- LegalDictionaryOpens in a new tab.

Steve Todd

Steve Todd, founder of Open Sourced Workplace and is a recognized thought leader in workplace strategy and the future of work. With a passion for work from anywhere, Steve has successfully implemented transformative strategies that enhance productivity and employee satisfaction. Through Open Sourced Workplace, he fosters collaboration among HR, facilities management, technology, and real estate professionals, providing valuable insights and resources. As a speaker and contributor to various publications, Steve remains dedicated to staying at the forefront of workplace innovation, helping organizations thrive in today's dynamic work environment.

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