Sexual Harassment: The Worker Protection Act (2023)
Overview
This Act imposes a new duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their employees. All employers must be able to demonstrate that they have enacted measures to prevent sexual harassment taking place. By making this a statutory requirement, the legislation aims to create safer and more respectful working environments.
Objectives
In this course you will:
- Explore the various components of the Workers Protection Act
- Understand how employers can comply with its duty
- Know the steps that employers should take to ensure that all employees can perform their role without fear of harassment