Sexual harassment at work
Unwelcome sexual conduct in the workplace that can affect dignity, safety, equality, and employment rights.
Definition
Sexual harassment at work can involve comments, messages, touching, requests, threats, retaliation, hostile work environments, or abuse of power. The practical review should focus on safety, incident dates, messages, witnesses, complaint records, HR process, employer response, medical or counselling records where relevant, and whether urgent protection or criminal-law steps are needed.
Key takeaways
Unwelcome sexual conduct in the workplace that can affect dignity, safety, equality, and employment rights.
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What does Sexual harassment at work mean?
Unwelcome sexual conduct in the workplace that can affect dignity, safety, equality, and employment rights.
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