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Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Individual course
2.00 CE credits 120 min
Course description
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Course overview
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Sexual harassment is unwelcome sexual conduct in the workplace, and can include a variety of behaviors:
- Verbal harassment: Offensive comments about a person's sex, sexually suggestive jokes, or persistent proposals
- Physical harassment: Unwanted physical contact, such as hugging, kissing, or groping
- Non-verbal harassment: Unwelcome gestures, suggestive body language, or displaying pornographic materials
- Criminal behavior: Sexual assault, stalking, or indecent exposure
Sexual harassment is illegal when it:
- Creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment
- Unreasonably interferes with an employee's work performance
- Is made a condition of employment
- Is used as a basis for employment decisions
Anyone can be a victim or perpetrator of sexual harassment, regardless of sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation.