Overview & Objectives
The Sexual Harassment Prevention for Employees for General Industry course from Exceed Safety is an intermediate-level online training course providing the basics of sexual harassment in the workplace and offering a clear understanding of both acceptable and unacceptable workplace behavior. Participants will learn the proper handling and reporting of sexual harassment, as well as steps to promote a healthier and more stable work environment.
NOTICE: This course can be used to meet the requirements for sexual harassment prevention training for employees in the state of California.
Exceed Safety’s Sexual Harassment Prevention for Employees for General Industry online training course is designed to promote a better understanding of acceptable workplace behavior. Through interactive scenarios of sexual harassment in the workplace, participants will learn to discern appropriate vs. inappropriate workplace behavior. Participants are encouraged to obtain a copy of their workplace’s sexual harassment policy and to take additional training whenever offered by their company. Specific course topics include the following:
- Introduction and legal overview of sexual harassment
- Sex discrimination
- Patterns of harassment
- Appropriate behavior
- Rights and responsibilities
- Company response to allegations
- Resources regarding sexual harassment
Specific industry terms discussed throughout the course include the following:
- OSHA
- Title VII
- BOQ
- Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA)
- Bonafide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ)
- Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
