All SLS entities regard discrimination, bullying and harassment in all forms as unacceptable and SLSA takes all reasonable steps to make sure that this does not occur in surf lifesaving clubs.
Definitions
- Discrimination — happens when there is adverse action because of a person’s characteristics, such as their age, race, religion or sex.
- Bullying — is repeated and unreasonable behaviour directed towards an individual or group that creates a risk to their health and safety.
- Harassment — is any form of behaviour that you do not want, offends, humiliates or intimidates you, or creates a hostile environment.
SLS members need to take steps such as those referenced in SLSA policies, guidelines and procedures relating to member protection and social media to prevent bullying, harassment and discrimination from occurring and respond quickly if they do by following the appropriate reporting procedures. There are also legal and moral obligations you should consider not to breach Australia’s national workplace anti-bullying and discrimination laws.
Not all behaviour that makes someone feel upset or undervalued is bullying or harassment. If you would like to know more about what is and what is not discrimination, bullying and harassment, as well as what your rights are and the rights of other SLS members, you may also refer to:
- the Australian Government’s Fair Work Ombudsman (fairwork.gov.au)
- the Australian Human Rights Commission
- relevant laws that operate at a state and territory level
- Safe Work Australia
- SLSA Policy 6.05 Member Protection.