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Part 2 of 3, step 4 of 5

Social media and grievances

Where the line sits online, and a clear path for raising concerns.

Social media

A post about a customer, colleague or the business can spread fast and be hard to take back.

What the law says

No law requires a social media policy, but online harassment of colleagues is still a workplace issue. Any action must be fair and connected to work.

Good practice

Say who speaks for the business, what must never be shared, and how to talk about colleagues and customers.

Grievances and complaints

Problems are easier to fix when they are raised early.

What the law says

Follow the dispute terms in your award or agreement. Employees must not be treated adversely for making a complaint about their employment.

Good practice

Give people one simple path, and keep a record at every step.

1RaiseWith a manager, or another nominated person.
2AcknowledgeConfirm what happens next.
3Look into itHear from everyone fairly.
4MeetDiscuss and record.
Meeting record
5DecideExplain the outcome.
6RecordFile notes securely.

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Performance and other policies

Performance management and other policies you may need.

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