Let's assume the data is public fine, isn't this still kind of an invasion of personal space? Really I think it's an issue HR should deal with properly, yes it may be public data but it's really unacceptable behaviour in the workplace. There's no reason for this kind of behavior, open records or not. If he doesn't, then hit "Windows + L" to lock your screen and don't unlock it until he turns back around. If you are asking him to stop, then it is on him to respect your wishes. Just a simple "Don't do that." or a "Please stop." should be enough for most people to stop doing it (at least at that moment). There doesn't need to be any excuse or reason for your actions to him. A direct immediate response to him is needed. Own that knowledge and own your role in being able to have an enjoyable work environment. workers - they have to act or they could risk a really terrible lawsuit. worker wants to hear - it is a death knell for lazy, hands-off H.R. You see because the moment you say the word "harassment" to Human Resources, everything changes - what he's doing isn't legally wrong, but after you've firmly asked an employee to stop doing something that is effecting your work performance and you label it harassment, ask him to stop, and then report it to H.R. That being said, people like this always relapse, but if you remain consistent in your response and don't change it up, the "incidents" will happen further and further apart. Speaking from personal experience - show that person how little of their crap you're going to take and they'll realize you're not going to stand for it anymore and stop for good. Be consistent with your firm "No! Bad Dog!" and just like a dog, they will eventually learn. NOW!" every single time they do it and not turning back or dropping your gaze until they turn away. There's nothing wrong with turning towards a fellow employee, locking eyes and firmly saying "Stop. They likely could do something about it but choose not to. Too bad your HR department is taking a weak stance on this. Or, discretely send PSEXEC commands to his computer that plays very loud sounds, opens or closes programs, shuts down his computer, etc. You could probably have some panic button that could do it more discretely or if there are other coworkers nearby you can get each other's backs. Helpful, too if the computer or browser is muted. One thing I did at a prior job where my boss would keep on butting into my office was I would have Google Voice dial her desk phone every time she came in, or whenever she bugged one of my coworkers. Maybe you could develop a medical condition that causes you to twitch and uncontrollably throw elbows behind you. Is there any work that you can do on your computer that deals with private information, whether email or not? Something where eavesdropping could be a HIPAA violation, like talking to HR about real or fictitious medical issues you or a family member may have with regards to insurance coverage? Maybe a fake "received" email you could read that details his pending termination?
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