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Harassment in the Workplace

  • 30 Minutes
  • For all staff
  • jurisdiction UK

Under the Equality Act 2010, harassment occurs where unwanted conduct relates to a protected characteristic or has the purpose or effect of violating dignity, and it is not limited to verbal behaviour. This 30-minute course helps staff recognise high-risk behaviours, comply with policy, and understand how their conduct is experienced.

Harassment cases rarely turn on a single incident. They build from behaviour that colleagues found uncomfortable and nobody addressed, and by the time a claim is filed the pattern is already established. Training everyone sets a shared standard and, with the reforms under the Employment Rights Act reshaping workplace conduct duties, gives employers evidence of the preventative action expected of them.

objectives

What you’ll learn in
this course

  • Recognise behaviours that are high-risk and constitute harassment
  • Comply with your policies to avoid being involved in harassment
  • Be more self-aware and recognise how your actions may be interpreted by others
  • Act appropriately to maintain a professional and respectful culture
  • Take appropriate action to reduce the risks of and prevent harassment
  • Effectively respond to and report any cases of harassment

Hear from our customers

We've been using Skillcast for approx. 1.5 years and have been very happy with the service received and the courses offered. The customer service from the support team is excellent, they always respond quickly and are very helpful. The courses offered cover a broad range and the FCA courses were particularly useful to our business.

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Your questions, answered

How can I support employees in reporting sexual harassment incidents?

Our Whistleblowing Register tool provides a secure, anonymous platform for reporting incidents confidentially and safeguarding sensitive information while enabling prompt HR and compliance responses.

Can I track incidents related to Diversity and Inclusion?

Our compliance breach register allows you to track incidents like discrimination, harassment, or policy non-compliance. This tool securely documents each case, providing a confidential audit trail for monitoring and accountability.

How can I measure and improve employee wellbeing in relation to health and safety?

Our Employee Wellbeing Survey helps you assess factors affecting employee health, including stress, mental wellbeing, and physical health. This anonymous survey provides valuable insights to inform wellbeing initiatives and create a healthier, more supportive work environment.

Additional actions clients should consider:

  1. Policy Attestations - companies should update relevant policies and get them re-attested by staff (we can help with our Policy Hub).
  2. Registers: a register to record and act on harassment incidents.
  3. Create safe reporting channels for employees to raise concerns confidentially.
  4. Anti-Harassment Survey: conduct anonymous surveys to collect staff experiences that may otherwise go unreported (anonymity is critical in such surveys).
  5. Training 360: to record in-person anti-harassment training delivered by HR or line managers.