One of the main reasons employers offer antiharassment training is to show they’ve taken proactive steps to avoid harassment. It is also a legal requirement in many states and jurisdictions (and strongly encouraged at the federal level by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), as well).
Providing antiharassment training and having clear antiharassment policies can be helpful defenses if a claim is ever brought.
Antiharassment Training: The Basics
Here are some basic topics to cover if your organization is just getting started implementing antiharassment training:
