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NARRATOR: Workplace
bullying and harassment,

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describes a wide range
of negative behaviors,

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including physical, verbal,
and psychological mistreatment

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by one or others
in the workplace.

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We deserve to feel safe,
comfortable, and at ease

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in our working environment.

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Acts of bullying can include
malicious comments and gossip,

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forcing someone to work overtime
or blocking promotions, hazing,

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where you are made
to do something

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humiliating or inappropriate
to be accepted,

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or even physical violence.

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When someone is
being bullied, it

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makes it difficult to
focus on daily tasks.

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A victim may feel
scared, depressed,

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and it can even affect
life outside of work too.

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In a company where
bullying flourishes,

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it can lead to high employment
turnover and decreased trust,

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which leads to
reduced productivity.

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Here are some measures
you can put in place

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to ensure your workplace is free
of bullying and harassment--

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encourage employees to
act towards each other

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in a respectful and
professional manner,

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make it clear in
your company handbook

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that bullying is not
tolerated, train management

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to spot and stop
bullying, ensure

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there are confidential processes
for reporting bad behavior,

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make a commitment to
support bullied employees.

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If you are being bullied,
document everything

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that happens, check your
workplace bullying policy

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and make a complaint.

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If an employee reports
the issue of bullying,

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investigate and
stop the behavior.

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Eradicate bullying
so that everybody

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can feel safe and
successful at work.

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