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Preventing Discrimination and Harassment: Construction
Promote fair work practices in the construction industry.Preview the first lesson free — get full access to all 20 lessons.
Essential Provider : KnowledgeCity 20 Lessons · 1h 3m in English
Course Description
Discrimination and harassment in the workplace often manifest subtly, making them difficult to identify and address. This course equips you with the knowledge to recognize and effectively combat these behaviors. We’ll explore federal anti-discrimination laws, discuss how to implement policies that prevent harassment, and examine the role leadership plays in creating a respectful work culture.In this course on Preventing Discrimination and Harassment in the Workplace, you’ll learn to identify various forms of harassment and discrimination, understand worker protection laws, and promote a positive, inclusive culture. You’ll learn about challenges in the construction industry, like underrepresentation and discriminatory hiring practices. We’ll explore how to eliminate barriers and promote diversity through rigorous hiring practices, training, and encouraging harassment reporting. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped to implement best practices that protect employee rights, enhance well-being, and boost organizational success.
What You'll Learn
- Identify various forms of workplace harassment and discrimination, including bullying, sexual harassment, microaggressions, and online harassment
- Understand federal anti-discrimination laws and worker protection laws
- Implement policies and reporting mechanisms to address and prevent harassment
- Respond to and investigate reports of harassment and discrimination while recognizing retaliation
- Eliminate discrimination in the hiring process and promote a positive, inclusive workplace culture
- Encourage and promote harassment reporting among employees
Key Takeaways
- Discrimination and harassment in the workplace often manifest subtly, making them difficult to identify and address.
- Federal anti-discrimination laws and worker protection laws define legal responsibilities and consequences for harassment and discrimination.
- The construction industry faces specific challenges such as underrepresentation and discriminatory hiring practices that this course addresses.
- Eliminating barriers and promoting diversity relies on rigorous hiring practices, training, and encouraging harassment reporting.
- Implementing best practices protects employee rights, enhances well-being, and boosts organizational success.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course for?
It is designed for those in the construction industry, addressing challenges like underrepresentation and discriminatory hiring practices, and equips leadership and employees to recognize and combat discrimination and harassment in the workplace.
What topics does this course cover?
The course covers defining discrimination and harassment, bullying, sexual harassment, microaggressions and offensive speech, social media and online harassment, federal anti-discrimination laws, legal responsibility, responding to and investigating reports, retaliation, bystander awareness, and fostering a positive workplace culture.
What skills will I gain from this course?
You will gain skills in sexual harassment awareness, standard of good practices, cultural studies, and non-discrimination.
What will I be able to do by the end of the course?
By the end, you will be equipped to implement best practices that protect employee rights, enhance well-being, and boost organizational success, including identifying harassment, understanding anti-discrimination laws, and implementing reporting mechanisms.
