Bullying, Harassment and Sexual Harassment

Creating Safer, Respectful, and Legally Compliant Workplaces

What is Bullying, Harassment & Sexual Harassment

In the Irish workplace context, these terms are defined under the Employment Equality Acts, the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, and the WRC/HSA Joint Code of Practice:



  • Bullying: Repeated inappropriate behaviour, direct or indirect, verbal, physical or otherwise, conducted by one or more persons against another at the place of work and/or in the course of employment.
  • Harassment: Unwanted conduct related to any of the nine protected grounds under equality legislation, which has the purpose or effect of violating a person’s dignity.
  • Sexual Harassment: Any form of unwanted verbal, non-verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment.


These behaviours are not only damaging—they are illegal. Every employer in Ireland has a legal duty of care to prevent and address them.


What we offer?

 Best Practices in the Irish Workplace


To foster a safe and respectful work environment, Irish employers should:



  • Implement a Clear Policy: Ensure your policy defines all terms, outlines procedures, and complies with the latest Codes of Practice.
  • Promote a Culture of Respect: Leadership must model respectful behaviour and zero tolerance for misconduct.
  • Provide Accessible Reporting Channels: Employees must feel safe and supported when raising concerns.
  • Train All Staff: Regular training on dignity at work, unconscious bias, and respectful communication.
  • Use Informal Resolution Where Appropriate: Early intervention can often resolve issues before escalation


Services We Offer

At Inclusive Solutions, we provide a full suite of services to help your organisation prevent, address, and resolve workplace misconduct:


  • Policy Development & Review
    Customised policies aligned with Irish legislation and sector-specific requirements.
  • Workplace Investigations
    Independent, fair, and confidential investigations into complaints.
  • Training & Awareness Programmes
    For staff, managers, and HR teams—tailored to your organisation’s needs.
  • Mediation & Informal Resolution Support
    Skilled facilitation to resolve issues early and constructively.
  • Compliance Audits
    Ensure your organisation meets all legal obligations and nest practice standards


What You Get from Us

Partnering with Inclusive Solutions means:

  • Legal Compliance: Full alignment with Irish employment and equality legislation.
  • Risk Reduction: Proactive prevention of costly legal disputes and reputational damage.
  • Inclusive Culture: A workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued.
  • Expertise You Can Trust: Decades of experience supporting Irish businesses and public bodies.

CALL TO ACTION

Where dignity and respect are non-negotiable