5 Questions
What are the two forms of sexual harassment?
Quid pro quo and hostile work environment
Who can commit sexual harassment in the workplace?
Anyone, including employees, customers, vendors, etc
What does quid pro quo sexual harassment involve?
Requests for sexual favors in exchange for job benefits
Who can be a victim of sexual harassment?
Both individuals and bystanders/witnesses
Why is it important to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace?
To ensure respect and dignity for all employees
Study Notes
- Sexual harassment includes unwelcome advances, requests for favors, and other sexual conduct that affects work performance or creates a hostile environment.
- There are two forms: quid pro quo and hostile work environment.
- Quid pro quo involves employment action against the victim for refusing a request.
- Hostile work environment covers speech, conduct, and explicit/suggestive items that interfere with job performance or create a hostile environment.
- Anyone can commit sexual harassment, including employees, customers, vendors, etc.
- Victims can be individuals or bystanders/witnesses.
- It is important to prevent sexual harassment to uphold agency values, comply with Title VII and state laws, and ensure respect and dignity for all employees.
- NH has a policy and procedure for addressing sexual harassment.
- Employees are responsible for knowing and complying with the policy, reporting incidents, cooperating with investigations, and supporting victims.
Test your knowledge on sexual harassment with this informative quiz! Learn about the two forms of sexual harassment, who can commit it, and the importance of preventing it in the workplace. Get insights on NH's policy and procedure for addressing sexual harassment and what you can do as an employee to support victims. Use this quiz to brush up on your understanding of sexual harassment and the steps necessary to maintain a respectful and safe work environment.
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