Seafoam Greene

Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Face to Face Training

This one or half-day course equips employees and people managers with the knowledge and behaviours to prevent workplace sexual harassment and encourage a more respectful environment.

About the course

Why is Sexual Harassment training important?

Sexual harassment training is more important today than ever because employers must now, by law, take reasonable steps to prevent employees from being sexually harassed in the workplace.

New legislation which came into force on 26 October 2024 also includes sexual harassment carried out via social media and perpetrated by customers and clients.

Employers must now take proactive, preventative steps such as carrying out regular risk assessments, implementing effective policies and procedures and providing regular training to their managers and staff.

Who is Sexual Harassment in the Workplace training suitable for?

All employees
People managers
Senior leaders

It’s vital for employees at all levels within your business to develop their broader understanding of sexual harassment in the workplace and the behaviours which help to foster and maintain a more supportive and dignified work environment.  The course can also be tailored specifically for people managers and more senior leadership audiences.

Training delivery

This course is available face-to-face, either in person or virtually, ensuring flexible delivery to best suit your team’s needs.

In-person
Virtual classroom

Training overview

This course, available in both half day and full day formats, covers all aspects of workplace sexual harassment, all tailored to your audience’s needs.

What we mean by “sexual harassment in the workplace”
What constitutes the “workplace”
The historical context – a journey into different times and back into the now; the #metoo movement and recent high-profile sexual harassment at work cases
The legal context – what is unlawful and what steps employers must now take to comply with the law
The moral context – how we can all “do better” in contributing to a more respectful and supportive workplace
How to make and manage sexual harassment complaints; dependent on the audience, this can be tailored around what individual employees should expect when making complaints or more geared towards how managers should handle situations when allegations are made
Reviewing true to life scenarios and participating in safe space discussions designed to challenge personal thinking and build improved worker insight and understanding of the subject.

Training certification and recognition

Upon completion, your company will receive certification, and individual participants will be awarded certificates confirming their attendance and active participation. This training aligns with best practice guidelines from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), and is compliant with the relevant workplace legislation.

Locations

Locations covered include:

Liverpool
Manchester
London
Bristol
Glasgow
Edinburgh
Nottingham
Leeds
Birmingham
Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Frequently asked questions

Find answers to frequently asked questions about the prevention of sexual harassment in the workplace, aimed at employers wanting to foster a respectful and compliant working environment.

News articles on Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

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Meet your course leader

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Simon Shaw

Simon Shaw is the driving force behind Seafoam Greene, bringing over 20 years of extensive experience in HR and employee relations.

Get in touch

Got questions about this course or how it fits your team’s needs? Get in touch, and we’ll be happy to help.