Sexual harassment constitutes illegal sex discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which is enforced by the EEOC.
Sexual harassment constitutes illegal sex discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which is enforced by the EEOC. Every employer in the State of New York is required to adopt a sexual harassment prevention policy that complies with the state's minimum standards. This course is designed to ensure employees understand what sexual harassment is, the federal and state laws pertaining to sexual harassment, how to protect themselves from sexual harassment and their employer's responsibilities.
Workplace sexual harassment is widespread and providing training and resources to prevent and address workplace sexual harassment and assault are critical to making workplaces safer. Sexual harassment and assault can affect individuals in a number of ways, including their mental and physical health, finances, and opportunities to advance in their careers. Awareness is the best prevention for sexual harassment in the workplace. Federal and New York state laws offer powerful protection against workplace sexual harassment.
Learning Objectives
- Define sex discrimination and sexual harassment
- Identify sexual harassment behaviors
- Describe legislation and protections regarding sexual discrimination and harassment in New York
- Indicate how employees can report sexual harassment
- Identify activities protected from retaliation
Skills you’ll gain
Employment Protection LegislationHR RegulationsLabor LawNational Labor Relations Act (NLRA)Preventive Labor RelationsSexual Harassment AwarenessWhat You'll Learn
- Define sex discrimination and sexual harassment
- Identify sexual harassment behaviors, including quid pro quo and hostile work environment situations
- Describe the federal and New York state legislation and protections regarding sexual discrimination and harassment
- Explain how employees can report sexual harassment and which activities are protected from retaliation
- Recognize an employer's obligations, management responsibilities, and when an employer is liable
- Identify sexual harassment risk factors and the requirements for documentation and recordkeeping
Key Takeaways
- Sexual harassment constitutes illegal sex discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which is enforced by the EEOC.
- Every employer in the State of New York is required to adopt a sexual harassment prevention policy that complies with the state's minimum standards.
- Federal and New York state laws offer powerful protection against workplace sexual harassment.
- Sexual harassment and assault can affect individuals' mental and physical health, finances, and opportunities to advance in their careers.
- Awareness is the best prevention for sexual harassment in the workplace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course designed for?
This course is designed for managers and supervisors, covering management responsibilities and an employer's obligations regarding sexual harassment prevention in New York. It ensures employees understand what sexual harassment is, the federal and state laws pertaining to it, how to protect themselves, and their employer's responsibilities.
What topics does this course cover?
The course covers what sexual harassment is, examples and behaviors (including quid pro quo, sexual assault, hostile work environment, and harassment in remote work environments), federal laws and 2022 updates, New York laws, employer obligations, sexual harassment prevention policy, management responsibilities, documentation and recordkeeping, and when an employer is liable.
Does this course address how to handle complaints?
Yes. The course addresses what happens when a complaint is filed, management responsibilities, documentation and recordkeeping, and when an employer is liable.
What skills will I gain from this course?
You will gain skills in Employment Protection Legislation, HR Regulations, Labor Law, the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), Preventive Labor Relations, and Sexual Harassment Awareness.
Does the course cover sexual harassment in remote work settings?
Yes. The course includes a lesson on sexual harassment behaviors in remote work environments.
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