Types of Sexual Harassment
What are the three main types of sexual harassment?
verbal, physical, visual
Name one of the components of an anti-sexual harassment policy?
Intent and Scope, Definition of Harassment, Report of Harassment, Investigation, Disciplinary Action
Where might an employer's anti-sexual harassment policy be located?
Website, handbook, or ask the HR department for a copy
What is one of the five key principles for preventing workplace harassment?
Committed leadership, demonstrated accountability, comprehensive harassment policies, Trusted complaint procedures, Regular training tailored to the organization’s needs
Comments about someone's personal life and marriage would fall under which type of harassment?
Verbal
What section of the anti-harassment policy explains who the policy applies to, the types of behavior considered harassment, and its purpose of ensuring a safe workplace?
Intent and Scope
If reporting the harassment does not resolve the issue, what else can you do?
File a charge with the EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Who does a comprehensive and effective harassment policy apply to?
Employees, clients, applicants, and relevant individuals
What is one sign that you are being sexually harassed?
Making comments about your body/outfit, inappropriate jokes or stories, unwanted gifts or email, stalking or harassing online, unwanted touching, unwanted sexual favors
Employees who experience sexual harassment should report to?
their direct supervisor, another supervisor, or the HR department
What does the law protect you from in regards to reporting sexual harassment?
Retaliation
Who should anti-sexual harassment training be lead by?
Senior leaders
What should you do if an employee continues to ask you out even after you say no?
Contact an employment lawyer
Why is it important for companies to have an anti-sexual harassment policy?
It demonstrates that a company will not tolerate sexual harassment and that you are dedicated to the health and safety of its employees
When reporting sexual harassment, what is the first thing you can do?
Tell the person directly to stop their behavior
What is the cornerstone of a successful harassment prevention strategy?
Demonstrated commitment by senior leaders to provide and maintain a culture where sexual harassment is not tolerated
Which type of sexual harassment involves unwanted sexual conduct that creates an intimidating and offensive work environment?
Hostile work environment
What happens if an employee violates an anti-sexual harassment policy?
A verbal or written warning should be issued along with suggestions on how to avoid future warnings. If this behavior continues discipline may include job reassignment, mandated sensitivity training, suspension, demotion, or termination of employment.
What should you do if your company does not currently have an anti-sexual harassment policy?
Talk to your supervisor or any other supervisor in the company and ask for their help to cease the unwanted behavior
What is one way in which harassment training is most effective?
Championed by senior leaders;
Repeated and reinforced regularly;
Provided to employees at every level and location of the organization;
Provided in a clear, easy to understand style and format;
Provided in all languages commonly used by employees;
Tailored to the specific workplace and workforce;
Conducted by qualified, live, interactive trainers, or, if live training is not feasible, designed to include active engagement by participants; and
Routinely evaluated by participants and revised as necessary.