Ticket sales will end on Thursday 30 January to allow time for course materials to be posted.

Date and Duration: The course will be run over one half-day -
Thursday 13 February from 9:00am - 1:00pm

Location: Online via Zoom - details sent a week prior to the event

Suited for: HR executives, HR Managers, Business Owners, People and Culture Managers, Directors, HR Business partners and anyone responsible for managing employees or dealing with workplace complaints.

This session is conducted subject to everyone agreeing to the Chatham House Rules which means that participants can use the information in practice in their business but should not identify any organisation, individual or information that can be used to identify them.

Presenter: Rhys Kingston, Senior Associate, Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors (ABLA)

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Course Overview

Managing staff is complex, time consuming and potentially legally explosive if not done correctly. If the media reports are to be believed, it seems like almost every second person has experienced some form of bullying, harassment or discrimination in the workplace.

Every employer has a duty of care to provide all employees with a safe place to work, without fear of being bullied or harassed. Implementing a zero tolerance within the workplace culture is a key step in doing this. It is important to provide the tools and strategies for those in positions of management or human resources to recognise this behaviour and to be confident in handling it.

This training course will cover best practice operating principles to minimise risk in your workplace by preventing and managing harassment, discrimination and bullying. The course will demonstrate how you can set boundaries in the workplace with clear and precise policies and procedures, and it will work through practical case studies that will give you the confidence to handle any disputes that arise.

The course will also deal in detail with the Fair Work Commission's new powers to deal with sexual harassment complaints as part of the Federal Government’s response to the Sex Discrimination Commissioner’s Respect@Work Report, as well as the positive obligation of employers to prevent sexual harassment.

This comprehensive course will cover:

The difference between bullying, harassment and discrimination
Examples and case studies detailing impact on the business
Who is liable when things happen and steps you can take to minimise damage to all parties
The role of management and how to minimise exposure
What to do when a complaint is made
Grievance procedures
The intersection of performance management and bullying
How to deal with difficult situations
Respect@Work Report and employers’ positive duties in relation to the prevention of sexual harassment
Legislation and case studies showing you how courts and tribunals are grappling with these issues in real time

Join your peers and upskill on these essential HR skills today. Pay to train your team and minimise this behaviour instead of paying the price later with a legal claim.

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8:45 am - Zoom waiting room opens
9:00 am - Training commences
1:00 pm - Training concludes
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About the trainer

Rhys Kingston
Senior Associate
Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors (ABLA)

Rhys is an accomplished employment and workplace law professional with extensive experience that involves both advisory work as well as litigation before a range of state and federal courts and tribunals.

He has worked with businesses in various industries, including manufacturing, road transport, media, and hospitality. Additionally, he has supported a range of not-for-profit organisations, such as industry-led Jobs and Skills Councils and medical research facilities.

Known for his strong technical skills, Rhys excels in risk identification and delivering tailored, practical advice. He frequently assists businesses with employment “health checks,” including payroll audits and compliance reviews, helping ensure their workplace practices meet their legal obligations.

Rhys is dedicated to collaborating with clients to develop innovative and commercially viable solutions to workplace challenges. Having worked on numerous high-profile matters, he understands the importance of delivering timely and effective outcomes while carefully managing commercial and reputational considerations.

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FAQs

What's included in the price?

Course training booklet will be sent via post. Please provide the address when booking, and please provide your home address if working from home and would like it sent there. No soft copies of materials will be provided.

Who can attend?

This course is open to all organisations excluding other legal service providers and consultants.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Contact Catriona Johnston on 02 9466 4340 or catriona.johnston@ablawyers.com.au

What's the refund policy?

Participants will receive a full refund if they cancel at least seven (7) business days prior to the scheduled event. However, if participants cancel less than seven (7) business days before the event, no refund will be made. The place can be transferred to another member of the paid organisation. No-shows or cancellations after 7 days will receive the course training material and supporting documents. If there are insufficient participants, we reserve the right to cancel the event and participants will be transferred to another module of equal value or receive a full refund at their election. We will give three business days’ notice of any such cancellation.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Yes, you will also be required to provide your proof of Identification.

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