All managers must understand their responsibilities under the Worker Protection Act 2023 (effective October 2024) and develop practical skills to prevent and address sexual harassment.
This focused training equips managers with the knowledge and tools to:
- Understand their legal obligations under the Worker Protection Act and Equality Act
- Implement “reasonable steps” to prevent sexual harassment
- Recognise different forms of sexual harassment in various workplace contexts
- Respond appropriately to complaints and reports
- Create a reporting-friendly workplace culture
- Support all parties involved during investigations
- Prevent harassment through proactive measures
The session is highly interactive and practical.
This course is essential for all managers and supervisors, recognising their frontline role in creating psychologically safe workplaces.
Session Outline:
Introduction and context
- Worker Protection Act requirements
- Manager’s role in prevention
Legal Framework and Responsibilities
- Employer’s duty to take “reasonable steps”
Recognising and Preventing Harassment
- Types of sexual harassment
- High-risk contexts
Case Study
Effective Response to Complaints
- Initial response best practices
- Supporting all involved parties
Bringing It All Together
- Creating a reporting-friendly workplace
- Investigation and resolution responsibilities
Conclusion and Commitments
- Personal action commitments
For details of our ‘in house’ delivery for teams please call Ali on 01243 957667 or email: [email protected]
