2.6 What can I do if I am psychologically or sexually harassed at work?

If possible:

• Talk to someone you trust about the problem you are having. Do not remain alone with your problem.
• Tell the harasser very clearly that you want this behaviour to stop right away. If you can, make sure someone else is with you during this conversation.
• If this doesn’t work, try to note down in writing the times you are psychologically or sexually harassed. Write down the details such as the time and date, where, what was said or done, who was there, etc.
• Talk to other workers and see if other people are also being harassed.
• Check with your employer to see if there is a way that your report of the unwanted behaviour can be kept confidential.
• Tell your employer. Your employer must take steps to stop this behaviour. (If your employer is the harasser, see Section 2.8 on filing a complaint.)