Course Code: REL-ALL-0-CRSHTS
Hours: 2
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029
Learning Objectives:
Define the types of conduct that constitute sexual harassment.
Identify your responsibility as a supervisor in responding to harassment.
Recall strategies for preventing harassment in the workplace.
Recognize the differences between discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
Outline:
Section 1: Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation
Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
The Law
Protected Categories
Harassment, Abusive Conduct, and Retaliation
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Sexual Harassment
The Psychology of Sexual Harassment
The Human Impact
Why People Stay Silent
The Prevalence of Sexual Harassment
The Scope of the Problem
Sexual Harassment: Defined
Types of Harassment
Quid Pro Quo Harassment
Hostile Work Environment Harassment
Harassment or Not?
Determining Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Perspectives
Unwelcome
Based on Sex
Sufficiently Severe or Pervasive
Reasonable Person
Each Situation Is Unique
Employer Liability
Harassment by Supervisor Versus Harassment by Non-Supervisors
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Responding to Harassment
How to Respond
Manage Your Reactions to the Allegation
Pay Attention to How Your Reaction May Be Perceived
Ask Appropriate Questions
Document the Concern
Notify Human Resources Promptly
Responding to More Complicated Situations
Temporary Protective Measures
Remedies Available for Sexual Harassment
Personal Liability of Supervisors
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Investigating Harassment
The Supervisor’s Role
Maintaining a Stable and Respectful Environment
Maintaining Neutrality
Supporting the Investigation and Investigator
Maintaining Workplace Stability
Communicating with the Reporting Employee
Communicating with the Accused Employee
The Investigation
Prompt Responses
Thorough and Fair Process
What if You Are Accused of Harassment?
Immediate Reporting
Cooperate Fully
Additional Considerations
Other Important Considerations
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Preventing Sexual Harassment
What Prevention Looks Like in Practice
Prevention
Monitoring the Work Environment
Addressing Early Warning Signs
Modeling Respect and Supporting Employees
Reinforcing Expectations and Modeling Behavior
Supporting Employees Who Raise Informal Concerns
Using the Anti-Harassment Policy and Organizational Resources
Anti-Harassment Policy
Using Resources and Reporting Options
Common Questions
Maintaining a Respectful Workplace Over Time
Ongoing Practices
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Information
Course Contributors
References
Subject Matter Expert: Leslie A. Linderman, SHRM-CP
Leslie is a Human Resources professional with many years of experience supporting California employers across multiple industries, including healthcare, professional services, construction, retail, and hospitality. As the founder of Diablo HR Consulting, LLC, Leslie partners with organizations to strengthen workplace compliance, employee relations, and HR operations. She specializes in California employment law, workplace investigations, and harassment prevention training. She regularly advises business leaders and managers on creating respectful, legally compliant workplaces and serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in California sexual harassment prevention and workplace conduct training.
Writer: Chris Martin, BS, BA
Chris is a writer and editor at Relias. He holds a national safety and health credential from OSHA's Directorate of Training and Education.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Administration; All Staff; in the following settings: All Healthcare Facilities.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.