Can WorkSafe investigate an anonymous workplace bullying OSH enquiry?
The WorkSafe Inspector should be able to obtain further details from the person who is allegedly bullied at the workplace. This is necessary to gain a better understanding of the inappropriate and unreasonable behaviour at the workplace and the actions already undertaken. As part of the investigation the Inspector will discuss the most appropriate approach with the person who is allegedly bullied at the workplace. If the Inspector and complainant agree to further investigate the concerns, the inspector will ask the bullied person to give consent to discuss the concerns of alleged bullying at the workplace. The inspector cannot disclose that a (bullying) complaint has been made, unless the complainant has agreed otherwise. Therefore, it becomes difficult to investigate an alleged workplace bullying complaint when no contact details are provided to WorkSafe.
