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This course provides learners with an understanding of sexual harassment and inappropriate workplace behaviour, with a focus on prevention, respectful conduct and responsibilities under Irish equality legislation. It helps employees recognise inappropriate behaviour, understand how to respond to concerns and contribute to a safe and respectful workplace.
Course Outline
Module 1 – Understanding Sexual Harassment
• What is sexual harassment?
• Sexual harassment under Irish equality legislation
• Unwanted conduct of a sexual nature
• Verbal, non-verbal and physical behaviour
• Online and digital sexual harassment
• Examples of inappropriate workplace behaviour
• Intent vs. impact
• Common misconceptions
Module 2 – Irish Legal & Workplace Responsibilities
• Overview of the Employment Equality Acts
• Sexual harassment and workplace discrimination
• Employer responsibilities
• Employee responsibilities
• The importance of workplace policies and procedures
• Employer duty to prevent harassment
• Protecting dignity and respect at work
Module 3 – Recognising Risk & Inappropriate Behaviour
• Sexual comments, jokes and conversations
• Unwanted attention or advances
• Inappropriate touching or physical contact
• Sexual images, messages and communications
• Workplace social events and alcohol-related risks
• Online meetings, messaging and social media
• Power imbalances and inappropriate workplace relationships
• Recognising patterns of behaviour
Module 4 – Creating a Respectful Workplace
• Professional boundaries
• Respectful communication
• Consent and personal boundaries
• Appropriate workplace conduct
• Avoiding sexist stereotypes and inappropriate language
• Respecting colleagues' dignity
• Creating an inclusive and respectful culture
Module 5 – Bystander Awareness
• What is bystander intervention?
• Recognising inappropriate behaviour
• When and how to intervene safely
• Direct and indirect intervention
• Supporting colleagues
• Avoiding victim-blaming
• Reporting concerns appropriately
Module 6 – Responding to Concerns & Reporting
• What to do if you experience or witness harassment
• Informal and formal reporting options
• Following organisational policies and procedures
• Speaking with a manager, HR or designated contact
• Recording relevant information
• Confidentiality and appropriate handling of concerns
• Protection from victimisation
• Supporting colleagues who raise concerns
Module 7 – Practical Workplace Scenarios
• Inappropriate jokes and comments
• Unwanted messages or social media contact
• Behaviour at workplace events
• Power imbalance scenarios
• Witnessing inappropriate conduct
• Responding to a colleague's concern
• Choosing an appropriate course of action
FINAL ASSESSMENT
Assessment Structure
• Format: Multiple-choice questions
• Number of questions: 20
Passing Rate
✅ 70% Pass Mark
Duration: Approximately 45-60 minutes
Who the Course Is For
Suitable for:
· All employees and new starters
· Supervisors and Team Leaders
· Managers and senior staff
· HR and People professionals
· Employees involved in managing workplace concerns
Why This Training Is Important
Preventing Sexual Harassment
Awareness is an important part of preventing inappropriate behaviour and creating a workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
Creating a Respectful Workplace
Employees should understand the importance of professional behaviour, personal boundaries and respectful communication.
Recognising Inappropriate Behaviour
Sexual harassment is not always obvious. Training helps employees recognise behaviours that may create an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating or offensive environment.
Encouraging Early Reporting
Employees who understand reporting procedures may feel more confident raising concerns at an early stage.
Supporting Employees
Awareness helps employees understand how to respond appropriately if they experience or witness sexual harassment.
Reducing Organisational Risk
Effective prevention, policies, procedures and training can help organisations meet their responsibilities and reduce the risk of harassment occurring.
The IHREC Code of Practice specifically promotes prevention, effective policies, training and accessible procedures for dealing with sexual harassment and harassment at work.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
· Explain what constitutes sexual harassment in the workplace
· Recognise inappropriate verbal, physical and digital behaviour
· Understand key Irish legal and organisational responsibilities
· Maintain appropriate professional boundaries
· Understand how to respond to or report concerns
· Support colleagues who may experience or witness harassment
· Apply bystander awareness principles
· Contribute to a safe, respectful and harassment-free workplace
Course Format & Delivery
Online E-Learning
· 100% online learning
· Self-paced course delivery
· Interactive learning modules
· Practical workplace examples
· Real-world scenarios
· Bystander scenarios
· Knowledge checks
· Final multiple-choice assessment
· Flexible online access
· Suitable for individual and group training
Irish Legislation Supported
The course introduces learners to key Irish legislation and guidance relating to workplace sexual harassment, including:
· Employment Equality Acts 1998–2015
· Equality Act 2004
· Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission Act 2014
· Code of Practice on Sexual Harassment and Harassment at Work – 2022
· Workplace Relations Commission guidance
· Workplace equality and anti-harassment principles
· Employer prevention and reporting responsibilities
The Employment Equality Acts protect employees from employment-related sexual harassment and harassment, including conduct involving employees, employers and, in relevant circumstances, clients, customers and business contacts.
Why Choose Samson Training
Samson Training provides professional workplace training designed to help organisations develop employee awareness, respectful behaviour and positive workplace cultures.
Our approach focuses on:
· Practical sexual harassment awareness
· Irish equality principles
· Prevention and early intervention
· Respectful workplace behaviour
· Bystander awareness
· Reporting and complaint awareness
· Workplace scenarios
· Remote and online working considerations
· Flexible online learning
· Training suitable for employees at different levels
Our e-learning format allows organisations to provide consistent workplace harassment prevention training across their workforce while giving employees the flexibility to complete training online.
FAQ's
What is Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment Training?
This course provides employees with awareness of sexual harassment, inappropriate workplace behaviour, prevention, respectful communication, reporting and bystander responsibilities.
Who should complete this course?
The course is suitable for all employees, managers, supervisors, HR teams and anyone working in an organisation.
How long does the course take?
The course takes approximately 45–60 minutes to complete, depending on the learner and their pace.
Is the course delivered online?
Yes. The course is delivered through flexible, self-paced online e-learning.
What is sexual harassment?
Sexual harassment generally involves unwanted verbal, non-verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that has the purpose or effect of violating a person's dignity or creating an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating or offensive
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