Safety Training Course

Sexual Harassment Prevention Made Simple

Prevent workplace sexual harassment by understanding its types and promoting a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment.

Length:
8m
Language(s):
EN, SP
Year Produced:
2023

Sexual Harassment Prevention Made Simple

Sexual harassment in the workplace is not only illegal but also damaging to productivity, morale, and individual careers. Studies show that around 50% of women and 20% of men have experienced harassment at work, highlighting the importance of awareness and prevention.There are two types of sexual harassment: quid pro quo and hostile environment. Quid pro quo occurs when job benefits are given or withheld based on sexual favors, and even a single instance is illegal. Hostile environment harassment involves a pattern of unwanted conduct that creates an intimidating or offensive work atmosphere. This can include unwelcome sexual advances, inappropriate jokes, comments, or touching, and it can be based on gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy.Sexual harassment can occur between people of any gender or rank and can involve third parties such as vendors or customers. It can happen in person, online, or over the phone, even outside of the physical workplace. Employees are protected by law, and retaliation for reporting harassment is illegal. To prevent harassment, it’s essential to create a respectful, inclusive workplace where inappropriate behavior is not tolerated.

Course Overview

  • Identify and define sexual harassment and its two main types
  • Recognize behaviors that contribute to a hostile work environment
  • Understand protections against retaliation and the complaint process
  • Learn how to prevent harassment in both physical and virtual settings
  • Understand the consequences of harassment and retaliation for all employees
Objectives:
Identify and define sexual harassment and its two main types
Recognize behaviors that contribute to a hostile work environment
Understand protections against retaliation and the complaint process
Learn how to prevent harassment in both physical and virtual settings

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FAQs

Which two main types of sexual harassment are covered?

The two main types are Quid Pro Quo and hostile environment harassment.

Can a single instance of Quid Pro Quo harassment be illegal?

Learners are taught that yes, a single instance of Quid Pro Quo harassment is illegal and are expected to be reported immediately.

Which does the "reasonable person" standard refer to in sexual harassment cases?

The phrase describes whether a reasonable person would find the behavior severe enough to create a Hostile Work Environment.

Does the training indicate whether harassment between employees of the same gender identity illegal is true?

Yes, hostile environment harassment can take place between employees of the same or different gender identities.

Which can employees do to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace?

Learners are taught that employees can prevent harassment by avoiding inappropriate behavior, treating everyone with respect, and speaking up when witnessing harassment.

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