sexual harassment Risk Assessment Training – Worker Protection Act
The Worker Protection Act (WPA) requires all employers to take positive pre-emptive action to prevent the sexual harassment of their employees. Risk Assessment is the first stage of the process under the mandatory EHRC guidance. This training demonstrates a low burden but effective approach
WPA Compliance is governed by adherence to The Equality and Human Rights Commission’s technical guidance. This guidance requires all employers to assess and minimise the risks. In the event of any incident going to tribunal or being investigated by the EHRC the employer will need to be able to evidence that they have complied, fully, with the technical guidance.
We are frequently asked how to assess and reduce risk. This 3-hour course explains how.
For Whom?
This course is for those who have a good understanding of the worker protection act (WPA) and the preventative duty it places on employers, who are seeking guidance and support on assessing and reducing risk.
For those that have limited understanding of the WPA we can preface this course with a 3- hour session on meeting the demands of the worker protection act.
Content
- Legal and technical provisions of the Worker Protection Act
- 10 recurring, frequent and common areas of sexual harassment risk
- Risk Assessments explained
- How to conduct assess risk
- Demonstration of a comprehensive Sexual Harassment Risk Assessment Process
- Reducing risks and preventing sexual harassment at work
- Recording and evidencing action
The course includes case studies and benchmarking to illustrate proven examples of sustained actions that have reduced risks elsewhere.
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.