Description:

Preventing sexual harassment is everyone's responsibility, but employees may not know exactly what to do unless things are spelled out fairly clearly. This course addresses the issues related to sexual harassment: how the law applies to employees, things to avoid in the work environment, and specific employee responsibilities. There are tips to help employees examine their own attitudes and behaviors, and warnings about things they might be doing unintentionally that give the wrong impression.

Strategy 1: UNDERSTAND the Issue
Tip: Know what the law says.

• Know the definition of sexual harassment.
• Integrate your understanding of the law.

Tip: Know your company's policies.

Competencies

1. Understand the issue.
   • Know what the law says.
   • Know his company's policies.
   • Assess the work environment.
   • Recognize his own responsibility.
2. Exercise responsibility.
   • Examine her own attitudes and behavior.
   • Accept personal responsibility.
   • Share her knowledge.
   • Take all complaints seriously.
3. Maintain awareness.
   • Keep current in education and information.
   • Continue to improve.