Prevention-of-Sexual-Harassment-POSH-Training.pptx

Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Training Welcome to this comprehensive training on Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH). This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to create a safe and respectful work environment. We will explore the definition of sexual harassment,...

Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Training Welcome to this comprehensive training on Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH). This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to create a safe and respectful work environment. We will explore the definition of sexual harassment, its various forms, legal frameworks, reporting mechanisms, and strategies for fostering a culture of respect. by Arun Kumar Definition and Importance of POSH What is Sexual Why is POSH Harassment? Important? Sexual harassment is any Preventing sexual unwelcome conduct of a harassment is crucial for sexual nature that creates creating a safe, a hostile or offensive work productive, and inclusive environment. It can work environment for all. include verbal, nonverbal, It protects the rights and or physical behaviors. dignity of employees and promotes a culture of respect and equality. Types of Sexual Harassment 1 Verbal Harassment 2 Nonverbal Harassment This includes sexually This can include suggestive comments, unwanted physical jokes, or propositions, as contact, such as well as unwelcome touching, grabbing, or advances or requests for kissing; sexually sexual favors. suggestive gestures or displays; and staring or Visual Harassment leering. Physical Harassment 3 4 This includes displaying This involves any sexually suggestive unwelcome physical pictures, cartoons, or contact of a sexual posters in the nature, such as workplace; using unwanted touching, sexually suggestive grabbing, or assault. emojis or GIFs in Legal Framework and Policies Legal Framework Company Policies Internal Committees The legal framework for Companies must have clear and Companies are required to preventing sexual harassment is comprehensive policies that establish Internal Complaints defined by various laws and define sexual harassment, Committees (ICCs) to investigate regulations, such as the Sexual outline procedures for reporting complaints of sexual harassment Harassment of Women at and investigating complaints, and provide a safe and Workplace (Prevention, and provide for appropriate confidential avenue for Prohibition and Redressal) Act, disciplinary action against redressal. 2013, and other relevant labor perpetrators. laws. Roles and Responsibilities of Employees Employee Responsibility All Employees Understand and adhere to company policies on sexual harassment. Employees Report any instances of sexual harassment they witness or experience. Supervisors and Managers Set a positive example and actively promote a respectful work environment. HR Department Provide training and support to employees, investigate complaints, and ensure compliance with legal requirements. Complaint Mechanism and Grievance Redressal 1 Reporting the Incident Employees should report incidents of sexual harassment to the designated authority, which could be the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), HR department, or a senior manager. 2 Investigation The ICC or designated authority will conduct a prompt and impartial investigation into the complaint, gathering evidence and interviewing relevant individuals. 3 Resolution Based on the findings of the investigation, the ICC will recommend appropriate action, which could include counseling, disciplinary measures, or legal action. Case Studies and Examples Unwelcome Advances Cyberbullying Offensive Jokes Inappropriate Touch A manager repeatedly A coworker sending Telling jokes that are Unwanted physical asking an employee for sexually suggestive sexually suggestive or contact, such as dates, despite the messages or images via perpetuate harmful touching, grabbing, or employee’s clear email, text, or social stereotypes about kissing. rejection. media. women or other groups. Bystander Intervention and Awareness Recognize Intervene Report Be aware of your surroundings Take action to disrupt the If you witness or experience and identify situations where harassment, even in small ways, sexual harassment, report it to sexual harassment might be such as speaking up, distracting the appropriate authority, even if occurring. the harasser, or offering support the victim does not want to. to the victim. Fostering a Respectful Workplace Culture 1 Open Communication 2 Training and Education Create a culture where Provide regular training employees feel on POSH policies, comfortable raising bystander intervention, concerns and reporting and creating a respectful incidents without fear of workplace. retaliation. 3 Leadership Role Models4 Zero Tolerance Policy Leaders should set a Clearly communicate that positive example by sexual harassment will treating all employees not be tolerated, and with respect and implement consequences promoting a culture of for violations. inclusion. POSH Quiz This interactive quiz will test your understanding of the concepts covered in this training. Be sure to review the materials before taking the quiz. Good luck!