Business owners and people managers must understand how to meet their legal obligations around preventing and responding to sexual harassment in the workplace. With clear, real-world guidance and actionable advice, we walk you through ways to ensure you are more confident about protecting your employees, business, and yourself.
Key Takeaways:
Understanding the Legal Landscape:
We break down the key elements of the Sex Discrimination Act and the Fair Work Act, including the positive duty to eliminate sexual harassment and hostile work environments, recent legislative changes, and their implications for employers.
Creating a Safe Workplace Culture:
We explore the proactive steps small businesses should take to prevent sexual harassment, including establishing appropriate policies, implementing effective reporting procedures, providing training, and setting clear behavioural expectations.
Responding to Issues Confidently and Legally:
Learn what to do when a complaint arises – including how to respond appropriately, investigate fairly, protect all parties, and meet your legal obligations throughout the process.
