Conflict and Poor Workplace Relationships
Ongoing conflict and poor conduct harm safety. Manage workplace relationship risks today with Foremind.
Poor workplace relationships can be defined as any situation in which employees feel unsupported, unappreciated, or bullied by their colleagues or managers.
Interpersonal conflict at work is normal in the context of differing opinions. However, a workplace that allows ongoing conflict, poor behaviour from leaders, has a culture of ignoring poor workplace conduct can create lead to poor psychological safety. In particular workers who feel they are unable to report risks, provide feedback or suggestions, or are witness to harassment with no consequences are at risk.
In isolation this may not be a risk, however combined with multiple other factors such as job control and organisational justice for extended periods could create a psychological risk.
Let’s Look at an Example
Shane works in a hospital as a nurse. Recently there has been many near misses and the hospital management has been increasing the reporting requirements and putting staff under investigation if mistakes are made. This has lead to lots of internal conflict where staff are blaming each other, managers are micro-managing staff and staff are feeling harassed as they can’t get everything done in time with the additional reporting requirements.
As staff become more stressed they take more sick leave putting pressure on the remaining staff. Shane begins to feel overwhelmed and exhausted and wonders if he is experiencing burnout.
Risk Factors For Poor Workplace Relations
There are a number of factors that can contribute to poor workplace relationships, including:
- Lack of communication
- Lack of trust
- Lack of respect
- High workloads
- Unclear expectations
- Unfair treatment
- Bullying
Impact
Poor workplace relationships can have a significant impact on the health and well-being of employees, as well as the productivity and profitability of the organization.
Control measures
There are a number of control measures that can be implemented to reduce the risk of poor workplace relationships, including:
- Promoting open and honest communication
- Building trust and respect
- Setting clear expectations
- Providing fair treatment
- Addressing bullying and harassment
- Providing support for employees who are struggling
Poor workplace relationships are a serious issue that can have a significant impact on the health and well-being of employees, as well as the product
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