Harassment Prevention for Federal Employees v2.0

  • 19 topics | 1h 25m 59s
  • Includes Assessment
  • Up to 30 languages
  • Transcripts
Discrimination and harassment at work can have a corrosive effect on an organization's culture and can lead to low employee morale, reduced productivity, and even criminal liability. This course addresses federal anti-discrimination and anti-harassment law. In addition to providing an overview of the types of behaviors that can give rise to discrimination and harassment -- including sexual harassment -- this course will discuss the benefits of and strategies for promoting a respectful work environment. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by The Potomac Law Group, PLLC. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • identify the elements of workplace harassment
  • identify protected classes covered under federal law
  • identify federal laws that prohibit harassment in the workplace
  • recognize behaviors that could be considered unlawful harassment
  • recognize the concepts that form the legal basis underpinning unlawful workplace harassment
  • recognize quid pro quo sexual harassment
  • recognize hostile environment harassment
  • identify employer responsibility related to harassment that occurs outside of work or after hours
  • identify bullying
  • recognize sexual harassment in the workplace and the law that protects workers
  • respond to harassment if you are being harassed
  • recognize ways a bystander can intervene in a harassment situation
  • recognize why targets and others are often reluctant to report harassment
  • avoid behaviors that could be considered retaliation for harassment
  • deal proactively with harassment or behavior that could lead to harassment and handle complaints
  • identify potential remedies for anyone who has been the target of harassment
  • recognize the benefits of a workplace that is based on respect and free from harassment
  • recognize your role in preventing workplace harassment
  • identify potential consequences and remedies if harassment takes place, and recognize the benefits of a harassment-free workplace

IN THIS COURSE

  • Elements of Unlawful Harassment
    5m
  • Protected Classes Under Federal Law
    6m
  • Federal Anti-harassment Laws
    9m
  • Recognizing Unlawful Harassment
    6m
  • Knowledge Check: What is Unlawful Harassment?
    7m
  • Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment
    6m
  • Hostile Environment Sexual Harassment
    3m
  • Harassment Outside of Work or After Hours
    2m
  • Bullying
    2m
  • Knowledge Check: Recognizing Harassment
    4m
  • Responding to Harassment if You Experience It
    1m
  • Bystander Intervention
    3m
  • Why People Are Reluctant to Report Harassment
    2m
  • Retaliation
    2m
  • Knowledge Check: Dealing with Harassment
    7m
  • Remedies for Targets of Harassment
    2m
  • Benefits of a Respectful & Harassment-free Workplace
    3m
  • A Look Back
    1m
  • Knowledge Check: Liabilities, Remedies & Benefits
    5m

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