Fundamentals of Preventing Workplace Harassment (PoSH)
Foster a Safe, Respectful, and Legally Compliant Work Environment
A safe and respectful workplace is a fundamental right for every employee and a cornerstone of a productive, ethical organization. Understanding the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) is critical for complying with the law, protecting employee well-being, and building a culture of trust and respect. This focused course provides a clear overview of the key principles, legal obligations, and behavioral expectations under the PoSH framework, empowering you to recognize, prevent, and appropriately respond to workplace harassment.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
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Define Sexual Harassment as per the PoSH Act, including quid pro quo and hostile work environment.
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Identify Different Forms of Harassment, from verbal and non-verbal to physical and digital.
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Understand the Legal Framework and employer responsibilities for providing a safe workplace.
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Recognize Inappropriate Behaviors and the impact of harassment on individuals and the organization.
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Outline the Complaint Redressal Mechanism, including the role of the Internal Committee (IC).
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Understand the Importance of Bystander Intervention and your role in fostering a respectful culture.
Course Curriculum
The course is structured into targeted modules for practical understanding:
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Module 1: The Foundation: Understanding Harassment and the PoSH Law
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Module 2: Rights and Responsibilities: Legal Duties and Behavioral Expectations
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Module 3: Creating a Safe Workplace: Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal
Who Is This Course For?
This course is mandatory and essential for all individuals within an organization, including:
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All Employees, Interns, and Contractors
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Managers, Team Leaders, and Supervisors
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Human Resources and Compliance Professionals
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Internal Committee (IC) Members
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course. Completion is required for all personnel.
Course Features & Included Materials
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Focused eLearning: Complete the 30 minutes of essential content efficiently.
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Scenario-Based Learning: Engage with realistic situations to understand nuances of inappropriate behavior.
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Quick-Reference Guide: Access a downloadable summary of key definitions, rights, and reporting channels.
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Certificate of Completion: Earn a verifiable, with a unique ID and QR code, soft-copy certificate issued via the QCI training portal. Validate your achievement anytime at https://pathshala.qcin.org/.
Enroll Today and Commit to a Harassment-Free Workplace!
Invest 30 minutes in creating a safer, more respectful environment for everyone. Your awareness and actions are vital to upholding our collective commitment to dignity at work.
For more information, please contact:
Rohit Varshney at rohit.varshney@qcin.org, Ph. 9773500376