This course will give participants a comprehensive understanding of the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2003, which mandates employers to proactively prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Key topics include the legal duty, definitions, reporting procedures, and managing third-party harassment. It is ideal for employers, HR professionals and managers who are responsible for staff members and their safety in the work place.
Course Benefits
This course will engage with topics relating to sexual harassment and is in line with the change in law that came into force on the 26th October 2024 - The New Duty to prevent Sexual Harassment. Worker Protection (amendment of Equality Act 2010), Act 2023. This new duty is anticipatory, meaning employers must not wait for an incident of sexual harassment to occur. Instead, employers have a legal duty to take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.
Key Topics
- Understanding legal duties regarding sexual harassment at work
- Identify sexual harassment and how it happens
- Know what a sexual harassment policy must cover
- Learn how to assess risks and use the findings to prevent harassment
- Develop skills to handle sexual harassment allegations effectively
- Understand how to support and advise staff who experience harassment
Assessment & Accreditation
Upon successful completion, participants will recieve a cerificate of attendance.
