Dorset Sexual Discrimination Training

• Ref Nr:
• Experience Level:

  Standard
• Group:

  Main Group

Participants will learn to:

• Understand what constitutes sexual harassment under the Equality Act 2010
• Recognise the different forms of sexual harassment, including verbal, non-verbal, physical and online behaviours.
• Understand employers' and employees' legal responsibilities for preventing sexual harassment in the workplace.
• Learn about the proactive duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment.
• Appreciate the impact of sexual harassment on individuals, teams and organisational culture.
• .Develop the confidence to challenge inappropriate behaviour safely and professionally.
• Understand the role of bystanders in creating a respectful workplace.
• Respond appropriately if they experience, witness or receive a disclosure of sexual harassment.
• Understand how to report concerns and follow organisational reporting procedures.
• Promote respectful communication, professional boundaries and inclusive workplace behaviours.
• Recognise the importance of psychological safety and creating a culture where employees feel able to speak up.
• Understand the responsibilities of managers when responding to concerns and supporting employees.
• Apply practical strategies to help prevent sexual harassment and contribute to a safe, respectful and legally compliant workplace.
• Develop a personal action plan to promote dignity, respect and positive workplace behaviours within their own team or organisation.

Key topics covered:

• Understanding sexual harassment and UK legislation.
• Reporting concerns and organisational procedures.
• The Equality Act 2010 and employers' legal responsibilities.
• The proactive duty to prevent sexual harassment.
• Recognising unacceptable workplace behaviour.
• Professional boundaries and respectful conduct.
• Professional boundaries and respectful conduct.
• The impact of harassment on individuals and organisations.
• Bystander awareness and intervention.
• Supporting colleagues and preventing victimisation.
• Managers' responsibilities.
• Practical workplace scenarios and case studies.
• Communication, respect and workplace culture.

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Specialisms

• Health & Safety