Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Training in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

This Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) training aims to raise awareness and provide practical knowledge on preventing, identifying, and addressing sexual harassment in the workplace. Participants will gain an understanding of the legal framework, organizational policies, and best practices to create a safe and respectful work environment. The course is designed to equip employees and management with the tools to identify inappropriate behavior, take corrective actions, and foster a workplace culture of dignity and respect for all individuals.

Introduction to Sexual Harassment

Understanding Sexual Harassment:

Definition and examples of sexual harassment.

Types of sexual harassment: Physical, verbal, and non-verbal.

Key differences between appropriate behavior and harassment.

Impact of Sexual Harassment:

Personal, professional, and organizational consequences of harassment.

How harassment affects the workplace culture.

Legal Framework and Organizational Policies

POSH Act, 2013:

Key provisions of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment Act, 2013.

Legal responsibilities of employers and employees.

Roles and functions of the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC).

Organizational Policies and Procedures:

Company-specific POSH policy.

Reporting channels and complaint procedures.

Confidentiality and non-retaliation policy.

Identifying and Addressing Sexual Harassment

Identifying Harassment in the Workplace:

Real-life examples and case studies of sexual harassment.

Understanding subtle, indirect, and overt forms of harassment.

Recognizing harassment in digital and virtual environments.

Reporting and Taking Action:

Steps to report harassment: Whom to approach and what to report.

Importance of documentation in harassment cases.

Addressing the issue through internal mechanisms and external authorities.

Creating a Safe and Respectful Workplace

Preventing Sexual Harassment:

Building an inclusive and respectful workplace culture.

Training and awareness programs for employees and management.

Bystander Intervention:

Encouraging employees to speak up and act when witnessing harassment.

Strategies for supporting colleagues and intervening appropriately.

Managing Complaints:

The process of investigating complaints fairly and confidentially.

Steps to take when an allegation is raised.

Role of the ICC in resolving complaints.

Final Review and Q&A

Recap of key learnings.

Open discussion for questions and clarifications.

Closing remarks on fostering a harassment-free workplace.