This course provides essential training on preventing sexual harassment and abusive conduct in the workplace, in compliance with California state regulations. Participants will learn how to recognize, address, and prevent workplace harassment, discrimination, and retaliation, fostering a safer and more respectful work environment.
Key Learning Points:
- Understanding Workplace Harassment: Learn what constitutes harassment, including verbal, physical, and non-verbal forms.
- Impact on the Workplace: Discover how harassment affects employee morale, productivity, and overall workplace culture.
- Legal Framework: Gain knowledge of federal and state laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and California-specific regulations.
- Sexual Harassment Recognition: Identify different types of sexual harassment, from blatant misconduct to subtle behaviors that create a hostile work environment.
- Responding to Harassment: Learn effective ways to address harassment, including direct communication, reporting procedures, and escalation steps.
- Preventing Workplace Violence: Understand the connection between harassment and workplace violence, and how to de-escalate conflicts.
- Bystander Intervention: Explore strategies for stepping in when witnessing harassment while maintaining professionalism.
- Stalking and Retaliation: Recognize signs of stalking and retaliation, and learn appropriate reporting methods.
By the End of This Course, You Will Have Learned:
- How to identify and differentiate between various forms of workplace harassment.
- The legal protections and obligations related to harassment and discrimination.
- Best practices for responding to and reporting harassment incidents.
- Strategies for creating a workplace culture that prioritizes respect and inclusion.
- How to prevent workplace conflicts from escalating into violence.
This training ensures that employees understand their rights and responsibilities, helping to create a safer and more inclusive work environment.