Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment for Managers Training Course (NZ Version)
$27.50 inc. GST
This course is designed to equip managers and supervisors with the knowledge and skills to identify, prevent, and manage bullying and harassment in the workplace. It covers the types of bullying and harassment, how these behaviours occur, their impact on individuals, and effective response and resolution strategies. Additionally, it includes a risk management approach to prevent and manage bullying and harassment proactively.
This course will take approximately 75 minutes to complete.
Why is the Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment for Managers Course Important?
Bullying and harassment can cause serious psychological harm, lower productivity, and damage organisational culture. When managers fail to act, these behaviours can escalate — affecting morale, retention, and reputation.
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (NZ) and the Human Rights Act 1993, organisations and leaders have a legal duty to ensure the physical and mental wellbeing of all workers. Managers play a key role in identifying early warning signs and responding appropriately to protect their teams.
This course empowers leaders to fulfil their duty of care, reduce risk, and foster a safe, respectful, and legally compliant workplace.
Who Should Complete This Course
- Managers, team leaders, and supervisors responsible for staff wellbeing
- HR and people leaders managing workplace behaviour and complaints
- Business owners and senior leaders seeking compliance assurance
- Anyone who oversees teams and wants to build a respectful workplace culture
Topics Covered
- The Impact of Bullying and Harassment – Understanding the personal, professional, and organisational consequences.
- What is Bullying? – Recognising behaviours that constitute bullying in the workplace.
- What is Harassment? – Differentiating between harassment, discrimination, and other inappropriate conduct.
- Identifying Unacceptable Behaviours – Spotting early signs of conflict and misconduct.
- Your Responsibilities – Understanding management obligations under New Zealand law.
- Preventing and Managing Bullying and Harassment – Proactive prevention strategies and creating a culture of respect.
- Managing Incidents and Complaints – Responding effectively to reports and supporting fair investigations.
Course Experience
- Fully online and accessible anytime
- Interactive and scenario-based learning
- Self-paced completion (pause/resume anytime)
- Assessment (15-question quiz, 100% pass required)
- Instant digital certificate on completion
- Accessible design (WCAG 2.2 AA compliant; suitable for all literacy levels)
Assessment
To successfully complete this course, you must achieve a minimum of 15 out of 15 correct answers in the assessment.
Related Courses
- Anti-Bullying and Harassment for Employees (NZ)
- Mental Health Awareness for Managers (NZ)
- Duty of Care for Managers
- Equal Employment Opportunity for Managers (AUS)
- Ethics: Leaders and Managers
- Workplace Health and Safety Fundamentals (NZ)
- Conflict of Interests (NZ)
- Communicating with Management and Key Stakeholders
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Identify bullying and harassment behaviours under NZ legislation
- Apply fair and consistent processes to address workplace complaints
- Demonstrate leadership in preventing and resolving unacceptable conduct
- Understand legal responsibilities and the consequences of inaction
- Promote a culture of respect, inclusion, and psychological safety
Organisational Benefits
By completing this training course, your organisation will achieve:
- Reduce risks of workplace conflict and legal liability
- Strengthen compliance with NZ workplace safety and human rights laws
- Improve employee wellbeing, trust, and team cohesion
- Enhance reporting and investigation confidence among staff
- Demonstrate organisational commitment to safety and respect
| Platforms | Desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile (widescreen) |
| Browsers | Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari are supported (typically versions from 2019 onwards). IE11 is not supported |
| Hosting | Enrol in Tribal Habits portal |
| Accessible | Yes, meets WCAG 2.2 guidelines at a Level AA standard – More info on WCAG 2.2 here |
Description
Why is the Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment for Managers Course Important?
Bullying and harassment can cause serious psychological harm, lower productivity, and damage organisational culture. When managers fail to act, these behaviours can escalate — affecting morale, retention, and reputation.
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (NZ) and the Human Rights Act 1993, organisations and leaders have a legal duty to ensure the physical and mental wellbeing of all workers. Managers play a key role in identifying early warning signs and responding appropriately to protect their teams.
This course empowers leaders to fulfil their duty of care, reduce risk, and foster a safe, respectful, and legally compliant workplace.
Who Should Complete This Course
- Managers, team leaders, and supervisors responsible for staff wellbeing
- HR and people leaders managing workplace behaviour and complaints
- Business owners and senior leaders seeking compliance assurance
- Anyone who oversees teams and wants to build a respectful workplace culture
Topics Covered
Topics Covered
- The Impact of Bullying and Harassment – Understanding the personal, professional, and organisational consequences.
- What is Bullying? – Recognising behaviours that constitute bullying in the workplace.
- What is Harassment? – Differentiating between harassment, discrimination, and other inappropriate conduct.
- Identifying Unacceptable Behaviours – Spotting early signs of conflict and misconduct.
- Your Responsibilities – Understanding management obligations under New Zealand law.
- Preventing and Managing Bullying and Harassment – Proactive prevention strategies and creating a culture of respect.
- Managing Incidents and Complaints – Responding effectively to reports and supporting fair investigations.
Experience
Course Experience
- Fully online and accessible anytime
- Interactive and scenario-based learning
- Self-paced completion (pause/resume anytime)
- Assessment (15-question quiz, 100% pass required)
- Instant digital certificate on completion
- Accessible design (WCAG 2.2 AA compliant; suitable for all literacy levels)
Assessment
To successfully complete this course, you must achieve a minimum of 15 out of 15 correct answers in the assessment.
Related Courses
- Anti-Bullying and Harassment for Employees (NZ)
- Mental Health Awareness for Managers (NZ)
- Duty of Care for Managers
- Equal Employment Opportunity for Managers (AUS)
- Ethics: Leaders and Managers
- Workplace Health and Safety Fundamentals (NZ)
- Conflict of Interests (NZ)
- Communicating with Management and Key Stakeholders
Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Identify bullying and harassment behaviours under NZ legislation
- Apply fair and consistent processes to address workplace complaints
- Demonstrate leadership in preventing and resolving unacceptable conduct
- Understand legal responsibilities and the consequences of inaction
- Promote a culture of respect, inclusion, and psychological safety
Organisational Benefits
By completing this training course, your organisation will achieve:
- Reduce risks of workplace conflict and legal liability
- Strengthen compliance with NZ workplace safety and human rights laws
- Improve employee wellbeing, trust, and team cohesion
- Enhance reporting and investigation confidence among staff
- Demonstrate organisational commitment to safety and respect
Accessibility
| Platforms | Desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile (widescreen) |
| Browsers | Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari are supported (typically versions from 2019 onwards). IE11 is not supported |
| Hosting | Enrol in Tribal Habits portal |
| Accessible | Yes, meets WCAG 2.2 guidelines at a Level AA standard – More info on WCAG 2.2 here |