Skills Development for HR professionals
Workplace sexual harassment investigation training – skills development training for HR professionals.
This 3-hour training course builds on your existing knowledge and experience of The Worker Protection Act and Grievance Investigation, upskilling you to be able to investigate complaints of abuse and sexual harassment in a robust and reliable manner.
It focuses on good practice, with examples of what often goes wrong. In doing so it helps you understand the detail and issues that can be critical during tribunal but are often left out of policies and procedures.
For Whom?
This course is for experienced HR professionals who may be involved in the investigation of sexual harassment at work. It is also suitable for, senior leader and HR teams looking to understand the investigation process better. Those tasked with developing investigation policies and procedures should also attend.
Please Note: This course requires participants to have a robust understanding of what sexual harassment is, the Worker Protection Act and related organisational policies/procedures. For example they may have attended previously our courses on understanding sexual harassment at work and responding to complaints; or similar. For those who need to understand these issues better we recommend our 6-hour training course on investigating sexual harassment complaints
CONTENT
UNDERSTANDING SEXUAL HARASSMENT AT WORK
This short introductory session provides a light touch reminder on what sexual harassment is and helps clarify the grey borderline areas between banter and sexual harassment.
- How is bullying and harassment defined differently?
- What constitutes sexual harassment?
- Jokes, Banter and the border lines between harassment
- What triggers investigation
- Informal and Formal Interventions
- ENSURING ROBUST INVESTIGATION
Session 2 begins by explaining the importance of planning investigations and using robust interview templates. Simple but effective templates are presented and participants consider how they would use these in some real-life scenarios.
- 6 key steps
- 14 common errors and mistakes
- Questioning and linking techniques
- ACAS codes
- Outcomes and options
- Organisational policy and procedure
- After care
3. WHAT CAN GO WRONG?
When investigating sexual harassment every decision and action has the potential to trigger an unwanted, often unexpected, response or development. Participants explore what can be learned from some real-life case studies where employer decisions were over turned at tribunal
- Three elephant traps
- 6 tribunal case studies – you decide – did the judge agree?
Preventing Sexual Harassment at Work Reference Guides
Concrew Training provide practical support and training, to help employers meet the demands of the Worker Protection Act and Prevent Sexual Harassment at Work. These free of charge reference papers are designed to help you get your basic process right.
What does taking all reasonable, steps to prevent sexual harassment at work, mean?
The Employment Rights Act requires take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace and to prevent harassment of employees by third parties on the basis of any of the protected characteristics. This document explores what this means in terms of sexual harassment. It is transferable to all the protected characteristics
10 Steps to Prevent Sexual Harassment at Work
Employers have a duty to take proactive action to prevent the sexual harassment of their employers at work. What should you be doing – this guidance document explains the 10 key steps.
Parties and Celebrations – Reducing Sexual Harassment Risk – 10 Tips
Parties and Celebrations, especially when they involve alcohol are high risk areas in terms of sexual harassment and abuse. Even if the event is not work organised the employer could still be at risk of litigation. Employers need to follow these 10 points
Beyond Banter – When does banter become bullying and harassment?
The grey line between workplace banter and harassment is easily overstepped. This guide provides 10 easy to follow steps to help the whole workforce get it right. It also contains case law to help contextualise and understand the risks.
Dealing with Bulling and Harassment – hints and tips for the abused.
When you are being bullied, harassed or abused at work it is difficult to know what to do and where to turn for help. Identifying that there is a problem and its impact on you is the first step. There are several solutions you may wish to consider. This easy to read document is for anyone who is being abused at work.
Sexual Harassment Investigations – guidance on sanctions, escalation and formal reporting
Sexual Harassment at Work – Guidance on investigation outcome options, sanctions and escalation. Including reporting to police & official bodies such as CQC and DBS.
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions about this Training
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Why should you use Concrew Training?
- Specialist HR, Employment Law & Compliance training provider
- We reference to official Government bodies such as ACAS, ICO, EHRC
- Content tailored to your policies and procedures
- CPD certificates included
- 12 months of post-course support
- UK-wide delivery
- Online and face-to-face options
- Open and transparent pricing
What information is available on course content?
We publish detailed course overviews for all courses. These provide indicative content based on the course learning plans. Final content is tailored to each client’s individual requirements.
What other information is available on individual courses?
Free reference guides and resources to help employers evaluate training quality and improve workplace compliance
- Downloadable resources available via our website
- Customer feedback and testimonials published on our website
Can you include our company policies and procedures in the training?
Yes. We actively encourage this approach. Including your policies and procedures helps demonstrate how, where, and why good practice applies within your organisation. This contextualises the learning, improves engagement, and increases the practical value of the training. There is no additional charge for incorporating your policies and procedures.
How long doES THIS courses last?
- This course lasts 3-hours
- It complements and builds on our training around understanding sexual harassment and responding to it
- It can be extended to a full-day or multi-day programmes
How many people can attend each course?
- Online courses: up to 15 participants
- Face-to-face courses: up to 20 participants
- Whole workforce awareness sessions: available for larger groups
Where does Concrew Training deliver training?
- Online: via your preferred video conferencing platform (Zoom, Teams, etc.) across the UK
- Face-to-face: on your premises in England, Scotland, and Wales
How much does your training cost?
Typical prices range from £800 to £2,000 excluding VAT. Final cost depends on course duration, location, number of participants, and payment terms.
- Full pricing details available on our website
- No hidden charges
- Formal quotations remain valid for 30 days
What are your courses like?
Our courses are delivered as interactive workshops rather than traditional lectures, and typically include:
- Subject specialist input
- Interactive quizzes
- Group discussions
- Practical exercises
- Real-world case studies
We incorporate your organisation’s policies and procedures wherever possible to ensure the learning is relevant, engaging, and immediately applicable.
Who delivers the training?
Training is delivered by experienced subject specialists with extensive knowledge in their field. Our trainers:
- Have significant practical experience
- Can answer most participant questions during the session
- Provide follow-up responses for complex questions
- Are skilled facilitators who make technical subjects engaging
Do you issue CPD certificates?
Yes. All participants receive a CPD certificate detailing learning hours completed and headline course content.
Who uses your training services?
We work with organisations of all sizes, including:
- Large international organisations
- Public sector employers
- Charities and not-for-profits
- SMEs and local businesses
Attendees commonly include directors, senior leaders, HR professionals, operational managers, line managers, employee representatives, and staff teams. Customer feedback and testimonials are available on our website.
Why should I book a Concrew Training course?
Our training is:
- Delivered live by subject specialists
- Designed for real-world application
- Suitable for teams of up to 20 participants
- Available face-to-face in England, Scotland, and Wales
- Available online across the UK
- Practical, engaging, and immediately applicable
- High-quality and competitively priced
Suitable for directors, senior leaders, HR teams, operational managers, line managers, staff teams, and employee representatives.
How far in advance should we book training?
We recommend booking training 2–3 months in advance. Availability is generally good with a three-month lead time. Dates are only reserved once a booking is confirmed. Short-term bookings may be limited.
How do I book a course?
- Complete our quote request form
- Receive a formal quotation and provide any delivery details
- Confirm your booking
- Receive a formal Delivery Confirmation and “What Happens Next” guidance
Is there anything else I will need to do?
For online courses
- Schedule the event on your video conferencing platform
- Share joining details with attendees
- Provide the trainer profile and course overview
For face-to-face courses
- Book the room/venue and required equipment
- Share trainer details and course overview with attendees
- Print and provide handouts to the trainer prior to the session
After the course
- Distribute post-course handouts and CPD certificates
How does your 12-month post-course support service work?
Email us with any training-related questions that arise following the course. We provide guidance and support relating to the training content covered.
Note: This service is not a substitute for legal advice.
What happens if I have more questions?
We’re here to help. You can contact us at any stage before, during, or after your training programme, and we will be happy to answer any questions you may have.