CPD Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

Updated to reflect the October 2024 Worker Protection Act (amendment of Equality Act 2010).

Managing accusations of sexual harassment can present challenges and mishandling them can result in the company being held accountable alongside the perpetrator. This Sexual Harassment in the Workplace E-Learning course begins by defining sexual harassment and elucidating how protection is derived from both employment and criminal law. Through workplace statistics, participants gain an understanding of the prevalence and severity of the issue, highlighting the often-inadequate management response to raised concerns. Additionally, the course addresses the proper handling of allegations, emphasises the importance of clear and robust policies, and explores the typical role of line managers in addressing such situations. 

Furthermore, the online Sexual Harassment E-Learning course delves into investigation procedures from the employer's perspective and discusses the role of employment tribunals. It concludes with case studies providing further insight into what constitutes harassment and the repercussions of cases where businesses failed to appropriately address such behaviour.