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By 29/11/2020February 14th, 2022No Comments
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Gold Coast Printers Service. Some businesses may decide to continue with their usual plans for Christmas, in recognition of the challenges that everyone has experienced and to reward employees for their hard work and dedication during a tough year.

When arranging a work function, organisers first need to ensure any plans comply with current state-based restrictions or recommendations.

With many workplaces starting to organise Christmas break up parties, employers are reminded the ‘silly season’ is not an excuse to disregard normal safe work practices, including responsible service of alcohol.Employers should ensure staff understand what behaviour and conduct is acceptable, and what the repercussions are if they don’t act appropriately.

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Reminding people in advance of the policies around acceptable behaviour and conduct is a good start.

Managers also have an important role to play making sure events go smoothly and people go home safely.

Staff behaviour expectations do not change at a work function whether alcohol is involved or not. Workplace harassment, bullying and even violence are serious issues and losing inhibitions after a little too much cheer is no excuse.

Complaints are often made after work functions, especially when photos or comments are posted on social media during or after the event. It is wise to review and send out your social media policy before the celebrations start.

Staff shouldn’t feel pressured to drink alcohol, so make sure soft drink and food also are available.

Employers, managers and workers all have a role to play: it’s easy to get carried away after a couple of drinks, but workers can’t rely solely on an employer to keep them safe if they take it too far.

Tips to enjoy a safe and claim-free Christmas party include: Gold Coast Printers Service

choose a venue that is appropriate for planned activities remind staff about workplace policies, including bullying and sexual harassment review and send out your social media policy serve non-alcoholic drinks and ensure alcohol is served responsibly ensure managers and senior staff members set a good example set function start and finish times choose a venue with access to public transport encourage nominated drivers who won’t be drinking alcohol.

https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au/

ensure venue staff are briefed on limiting or denying alcohol to intoxicated staff.The holiday season is fast approaching and many of us are keen to get 2020 over and done with.

But we mustn’t get carried away. When workers are rushed to finish jobs before the holidays, the chances of mistakes are higher and can lead to serious, or even tragic incidents. Slow down and stay safe, so we can all put 2020 safely behind us.

https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/workplace-holiday-safety

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