Preventing Sexual Harassment In The Workplace For Managers

Course Aims

This course aims to provide learners with essential knowledge of sexual harassment, including legal frameworks, protected characteristics, and employer responsibilities. It will support learners to recognise, respond to, and report harassment, including the role of bystanders and appropriate complaint procedures. The course also promotes a culture of zero tolerance by encouraging inclusive behaviours, positive role modelling, and effective management practices. Learners will explore real-life scenarios to build confidence in identifying and addressing inappropriate behaviour while supporting the safety, dignity, and wellbeing of all individuals.

Learning Outcomes

  • Sexual Harassment and the law.
  • Who’s protected.
  • Increased employer responsibilities.
  • Handling Complaints.
  • Recognising sexual harassment.
  • Role models and positive values.
  • Fostering an inclusive climate.
  • What is the managers role.
  • Social media and the term ‘viral’.
  • When things go wrong – case studies.
  • Scenarios – Right or wrong?