Preventing Sexual Harassment

$75

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This essential course provides a clear, practical introduction to recognising, preventing, and responding to sexual harassment in the workplace.

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Participants will learn how to identify inappropriate behaviours, support affected colleagues, and use organisational policies and reporting mechanisms. With a focus on prevention, dignity, and legal compliance, this course helps promote a workplace free from harassment and discrimination.

Keywords: Sexual Harassment Training Australia, Workplace Safety and Respect, Sex Discrimination Act, Harassment Prevention Strategies, Employee Rights, Reporting Workplace Harassment, Respect@Work Reforms, Safe Work Environments, Anti-Discrimination Laws Australia

Course Modules

Understanding Sexual Harassment

Definition and examples of sexual harassment.
Verbal, physical, non-verbal, and digital harassment explained.
Realistic workplace scenarios demonstrating subtle and overt cases.
Psychological and social impacts on victims.

Roles and Responsibilities

What every employee can do to foster a respectful culture.
Speaking up, supporting colleagues, and reporting inappropriate conduct.
Practical everyday actions to contribute to a safe workplace.
The role of leadership in modelling respectful behaviour.

Policies and Procedures

Importance of sexual harassment policies and regular training.
Legal basis under the Sex Discrimination Act 1984, Fair Work Act 2009, and WHS Laws.
Respect@Work reforms and proactive employer duties.
Role of state and territory anti-discrimination laws.

Reporting Channels and Support Systems

How to document and report harassment properly.
Maintaining confidentiality and accessing counselling services.
Role of Human Resources and workplace support structures.
Empowering employees to take action without fear of retaliation.

Wrap-Up

Summary of legal, personal, and cultural responsibilities.
Emphasis on prevention and creating lasting cultural change.
Encouragement to model respectful behaviour at all levels.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Define sexual harassment and identify its various forms (verbal, physical, digital, non-verbal).
Understand the legal responsibilities of individuals and employers under Australian law.
Recognise signs of harassment and power imbalances in workplace dynamics.
Engage respectfully in the workplace and support a culture of safety and inclusion.
Report harassment confidently through appropriate organisational channels.
Understand policies, procedures, and legal protections available in Australia.

Legislation Covered

Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth): Defines and prohibits sexual harassment in employment and public life.
Respect@Work Amendments (2022): Introduces a positive duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment.
Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth): Expanded to explicitly prohibit sexual harassment and enable orders from the Fair Work Commission.
Work Health and Safety Laws (WHS): Requires safe workplaces free from risks, including harassment.
State and Territory Anti-Discrimination Laws: Additional complaint options and protections for affected employees.

Preventing Sexual Harassment

Course Modules

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Legislation Covered

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