PreventionOfsexualharrasmentatworkplace.pptx

POSH

1. Introduction to POSH POSH stands for Prevention of Sexual Harassment. It is a set of guidelines and regulations aimed at preventing and addressing sexual harassment in the workplace. Importance: Sexual harassment is a serious issue that can have detrimental effects on individuals and organizations. POSH aims to create a safe and ` work environment for all employees.

2. What is Sexual Harassment? Sexual harassment refers to unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that creates a hostile or offensive work environment. Examples: Examples include inappropriate comments, unwanted touching, sexual jokes, and displaying explicit materials.

3. Forms of Workplace Sexual Harassment Verbal : Sexual comments or jokes, offensive remarks about appearance, spreading rumors about someone's sex life, etc. Non-Verbal : Staring or leering, making sexual gestures, displaying sexually suggestive pictures, etc. Physical : Unwanted touching, hugging, kissing, assault, etc. Quid Pro Quo : Offering benefits in exchange for sexual favors or threatening retaliation for refusing such advances. Hostile Work Environment : Conduct that creates an intimidating, offensive, or abusive atmosphere.

4. Prevention and Prohibition Policy : Implementing a clear and comprehensive anti-sexual harassment policy. Training : Providing regular training sessions to educate employees about what constitutes sexual harassment and how to report it. Awareness : Promoting a culture of respect and accountability within the organization. Investigation : Establishing procedures for promptly and impartially investigating complaints of sexual harassment.

5. Addressing Sexual Harassment Reporting Mechanisms : Providing multiple channels for employees to report incidents of sexual harassment, ensuring confidentiality and protection from retaliation. Investigation Process : Conducting thorough and unbiased investigations into reported incidents, involving HR professionals or external experts if necessary. Disciplinary Action : Taking appropriate disciplinary action against perpetrators, which may include counseling, suspension, or termination of employment.

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