If someone at work pretends to go into a karate stance at me or pretends to hold a punch, doesn't that constitute a workplace assault regardless of intent?
2007-11-06 06:36:34 · 20 answers · asked by OnTheCoast 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Sounds like your office pal just has a quirky sense of humor. I'd say, "calm down bruce lee (or jackie chan); I have work to do."
But you're there, and can feel his "energy," so you'd better know where he's coming from with it.
Proper Harassment Assessment usually starts with the victim (you) addressing the situation that makes you uncomfortable with the perpetrater (Jackie Chan.) If that fails to work, then bring it up with HR or your boss.
Peace & Good luck.
2007-11-06 06:42:47 · answer #1 · answered by fiofunk 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If there has been no physical contact, the rules state that you must inform the person that you do not wish him to act/speak in this manner to you or around you.
If he then persists, go to your H.R. dept.
EDIT: There is an annoying ad on TV about some heartburn medicine ..anyway, there is a jerk who hangs around an attractive woman at a desk, pressing keys on her keyboard, doing 'calisthenics' in her view, etc. The ad says "at least the heartburn won't be back" or something like that.
Anyway, the video is a perfect example of workplace and/or sexual harassment. The woman in the ad should make a formal complaint to her H.R. department, instruct the jerk to stop and stay away from her, and then follow up if he does it again.
2007-11-06 06:45:44 · answer #2 · answered by credo quia est absurdum 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not assault because you were not hit, and there was no intent to hit you. If it happens repeatedly, it is probably harassment. The laws vary from country to country, so I can't say without knowing where you live and what your laws are. In Canada, it would be considered harassment if you had asked the person to stop and he continued to do it.
You should politely ask the person not to do it again. If he continues doing it, speak to your supervisor or your union rep. If that does not help, you can talk to whatever part of your state or provincial government deals with human rights.
2007-11-06 06:44:09 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends upon circumstances and your relationship as a colleague with the person in question. It could be just a joke which has run its course or a form of unpleasantness. If the former perhaps a quiet word with the perpetrator. If the latter it is a management matter and a quiet word from that direction may do the trick
2007-11-06 06:42:54 · answer #4 · answered by Scouse 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No that doesn't constitute assault. If it continues to happen then I would say something, but I really don't see any harm. Sounds like that person has some free time on his hands and should be working.
2007-11-06 06:44:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
if its playing around, then dont do anything... especially if you see this person alot, because it will get lots of people to dislike you. Like I said, if its playing around, and if it bugs you, then just let the person know to stop. Now, if its not playing around, then definately do something about it. You dont want to have the worry of something happening to you at work. Just remember to use youre own judgement when making a decision about what to do with this issue.
2007-11-06 06:43:45 · answer #6 · answered by Alex 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, and make it clear that you do not appreciate that kind of behavior. They are suppose to be working, not playing at the work place. Many accidents happen from this horseplay in the office/workplace. If the person continues, give warning you'll let the boss know. If it fails, tell the boss, make a complaint in writing to your employer.
2007-11-06 06:41:38 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Legally I do not know.
I would assume it constitutes harassment if it bothers you.
Have you told this employee to stop?
Have they done this to you before or is it the first time?
Maybe this is a situation that shoulb be discussed with a supervisor.
If it continues, I would definately contact a supervisor, owner etc to help remedy the situation.
2007-11-06 06:41:45 · answer #8 · answered by colleenjp78 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The most important element here is context. What was the situation? Is this someone you get along with? Someone who has threatened you in the past?
By itself it would not qualify as harassment, but the context could easily push it into that category.
2007-11-06 06:40:45 · answer #9 · answered by rbanzai 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No that constitutes you as a wimp honestly why would you be scared of that person unless they are insighting fear in you with harsh words or something . I think that person is just playing around.
2007-11-06 06:42:07 · answer #10 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋