gavclojak Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 I think the fact you will make your manager aware means that he will be keeping an eye out, he may even witness her hitting you or another staff member and if he does....job done... And another point......is she completely mad, I mean isn't that grounds for gross misconduct....xl think I would give ACAS a quick ring and I would also mention to your manager at you have had a chat with ACAS.....nothing more scary to a manager that a staff member who knows their "rights of working in a safe environment" I am a practice manager and dismissed someone last year for a similar incident!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 However you cut it, this unpleasant individual has physically assaulted you, and when you have expressed displeasure, she has threatened to escalate her behaviour. She may have mental health issues etc, but that does not trump your right to go about your work without being in fear of physical assault. She may claim that it was nothing more than a playful punch. You have asked her not to do it and she has chosen to ignore this request. I can't see how this does not constitute bullying and harrassment, especially as you are not her only victim. I'd have her guts for garters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saronne Posted July 13, 2014 Share Posted July 13, 2014 Me too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted July 13, 2014 Author Share Posted July 13, 2014 Quick update.... We have had a bereavement in the family, so I didn't go in last week when I was going to speak to J, my line manager. Not sure if I want to speak to him this week, as I have other stuff to sort out with him now too I don't want to overload him with my problems (& I won't be into work anyhow, so can't get walloped!) So, I am going to let this current situation pass, return to work, then asses it with K, the 'playful' puncher, & see where we go from there. I am quite determined that should this start up again that I will not only take notes of when & where, but also speak to J & get things sorted, but the whole situation is on a bit of a back boiler for the time being. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitchHazel Posted July 13, 2014 Share Posted July 13, 2014 Sorry to hear about your bereavement Sarah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted July 13, 2014 Share Posted July 13, 2014 Me too. X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted July 13, 2014 Share Posted July 13, 2014 Condolences . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted July 13, 2014 Share Posted July 13, 2014 From me too. Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemaniacs Posted July 13, 2014 Share Posted July 13, 2014 And from me too, I hope you are ok. Chrissie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapdragon Posted July 13, 2014 Share Posted July 13, 2014 So sorry to hear of your bereavement, S. Keep strong but don,t let this woman continue bullying you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
