Sexual Harrassment Training
The Business Case

Companies are in business to make money. In the process of making money it is still the responsibility of the leaders to make certain that an open, respectful environment is available for people who have accepted the roles of employees. All policies set by the leaders clearly need to be understood, accepted and supported by everyone in the work place. Sexual harassment policies are most important because it affords everyone an opportunity to contribute their professional skills to get their job done. By ensuring that sexual harassment policy, its intent and consequences for violators, is communicated consistently in the organization; the leaders provide a path that minimizes conflict and misunderstandings. It also creates an atmosphere where employees “want to work” rather than “have to work.”

Important facts About Sexual Harassment

Did you know that?…….

• It could cost a Fortune 500 company over $500,000 per sexual harassment case…whether they win or lose?

• Lost productivity, absenteeism, turnover, and severance payments connected to a sexual harassment case costs companies millions of dollars each year?

• There are a number of intangible consequences associated with sexual harassment claims and cases. These may include but are not limited to: low employee morale, low productivity, high employee turnover, negative publicity, difficulties in recruiting and hiring new employees as well as the diversion of valuable corporate resources?

• Common behaviors such as telling jokes, sharing e-mails, making sarcastic remarks may be interpreted as sexual harassment?

• People work more efficiently in organizations where they feel respected and where trust exists.

Important Questions to Ask About Sexual Harassment

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