Sexual harassment in the workplace

The impact of sexual harassment in the workplace can have a damaging effect on the recipient’s mental and physical health, often resulting in poor performance and attendance at work. The cost to an organisation can also be considerable. It is therefore a major issue.

This Union is committed to representing women, however, any Member may experience sexual harassment. The FBU and the Fire Service should encourage victims to refer the case to the Police for investigation immediately. In all cases the wishes of the victim must remain paramount.

Conference therefore instructs the Executive Council to educate and inform Reps to ensure that they support and encourage victims to contact the Police and report any form of sexual harassment in the workplace.