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What is a Bullying and Harassment Passport?


A Bullying and Harassment Passport is a secure, personalised document within our DEI software that allows employees to:

  • Confirm they’ve read and understood your organisation’s Workplace Bullying and Harassment Policy
  • Report experiences or witnessing of bullying, harassment, or sexual harassment
  • Access relevant processes and support resources
  • Update their concerns at any time
  • Control sharing of information with managers or D&I teams

This passport is crucial for compliance with the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023, which comes into force on 26 October 2024. The new Act requires employers to take proactive steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.

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Key Features of Our Bullying and Harassment Tool


  • Tailored to your organisation: Customised to reflect your specific policies and procedures
  • Policy confirmation: Ensures all employees have access to and understand your Workplace Bullying and Harassment Policy
  • Reporting mechanism: Allows easy reporting of experienced or witnessed bullying and harassment
  • Resource hub: Provides employees with relevant support and guidance
  • Real-time updates: Employees can update their passports whenever new concerns arise
  • Controlled sharing: Employees decide whether to share information with management or D&I teams

Build a Scalable Support Framework for Your Team


  • Legal compliance: Meet the requirements of the Worker Protection Act 2023
  • Proactive prevention: Take active steps to deal with workplace bullying and harassment
  • Risk management: Identify and address potential issues before they escalate
  • Culture enhancement: Foster a more inclusive and respectful workplace environment
  • Reduced liability: Minimise the risk of complaints and legal issues
  • Data-driven insights: Gain valuable analytics to inform your DEI strategies
  • Secure data handling: Ensure all information is shared and managed within a highly secure environment, providing peace of mind that sensitive data is fully protected.

How It Works


  1. Employees access the Bullying and Harassment profile through the ClearTalents portal
  2. They confirm reading the Workplace Harassment Policy
  3. The profile presents questions about experiences or witnessing bullying or harassment
  4. Employees can report incidents and access relevant resources
  5. Information is securely stored and can be updated at any time
  6. Employees control whether to share information with managers or D&I teams
  7. Employers receive anonymised data to inform workplace bullying prevention strategies

Addressing Workplace Bullying and Harassment to Meet Employee Needs


Workplace Bullying Statistics

  • According to recent CIPD research, 15% of UK employees have experienced workplace bullying.
  • Of these numbers, 8% have reported harassment and 4% have reported sexual harassment.

Effects of Workplace Bullying

  • Decreased productivity
  • Increased absenteeism
  • Poor mental health outcomes
  • Higher staff turnover

How to Prevent Workplace Bullying

  • Implement clear anti-bullying policies
  • Provide regular training for all staff
  • Encourage open communication
  • Use ClearTalents’ DEI software to monitor and address issues proactively

How to Address Workplace Bullying

  • Investigate all reports promptly and thoroughly
  • Provide support for affected employees
  • Take appropriate disciplinary action when necessary
  • Regularly review and update prevention strategies
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Legal Compliance 


The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023, effective from 26 October 2024, introduces a new legal duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their workers. The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) recommends:

  • Developing and communicating a robust anti-harassment policy
  • Undertaking regular risk assessments
  • Being proactively aware of workplace dynamics
  • Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of preventive actions

ClearTalents’ bullying and harassment passport helps you meet these requirements efficiently and effectively.

FAQs


How does this integrate with other ClearTalents profiles? 

The Bullying and Harassment profile seamlessly integrates with our other DEI tools, providing a comprehensive solution for workplace inclusion.

Is the data secure? 

Yes, we employ industry-leading security measures to protect all data within our system.

How can this help us comply with the new legislation? 

Our profile helps you take proactive steps to prevent harassment, as required by the new Act, by providing a clear reporting mechanism and data to inform your prevention strategies.

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