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Whether a supervisor or manager is promoted from within or hired in as a new employee, training is a critical requirement to ensure that the company’s expectations are properly communicated and met. Some areas of training are common sense, but others should be considered to help mitigate liability by (hopefully) preventing unacceptable behavior. A new-to-the-company supervisor will need to be trained in both of these areas even if they have experience from a previous company. MORE
Unfortunately, if your business has employees, incidents of discrimination and harassment may occasionally disrupt your company culture. Thorough compliance training can go a long way toward preventing these incidents. Why is it important to provide HR compliance training? MORE
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
This is a problem in America, one that often leads to a bias and, in too many instances, outright discrimination. However, the proper education and training can help prevent workplace discrimination in any business. The Nuances of Discrimination. MORE
The authors point to volumes of past research that they say reinforce the notion that diversity efforts—mandatory diversity training sessions in particular—may be well-intentioned, but often miss the mark. discrimination diversity training MORE
Employers are legitimately concerned that one of the employees in an office relationship may report sexual harassment or sexual discrimination. Individual learners can take their self-paced course in English or Spanish. On Valentine’s Day, consumers plan to spend $7.78 MORE
Justice Department’s (DOJ) new stance that transgender employees aren’t protected from discrimination under federal law. Title VII’s prohibition on sex discrimination. OSHA, the EEOC, and the OFCCP have not (as of yet) reversed course. by Angela N. Johnson. MORE
This brush-under-the-rug mentality has resulted in fewer than 1 in 5 companies holding training or reviewing their harassment policies, likely because they don’t realize they have to. Guidelines for sexual harassment policies and training are included in the Act. Of course. MORE
Leader accountability is the key to more effective anti-sexual harassment training, says Dr. Marsha Ershaghi Hames. . Business leaders have the power – and responsibility – to prevent sexual harassment, misconduct and abuse in the workplace, especially through their anti-sexual harassment training. Anti-harassment training: What’s changed? One of the typical knee-jerk reactions when attempting to address sexual harassment is to train “the little guy.” MORE
Compliance training is usually a part of every employee’s initial training process. Compliance training resources and modules generally consist of a long list of code of conduct which includes topics such as anti-harassment, bribery, FCPA (Foreign Corrupt Practice Act), protection of company data, client interactions, usage of company property and data security, etc. Are your Compliance Training Resources Effective? How to Deliver Compliance Training? MORE
Under California law, employers are required, among other things, to establish and maintain: A written discrimination, harassment and retaliation prevention policy that includes specific provisions. Sexual Harassment Prevention Training. Harassment Training MORE
This touchy subject can also open Pandora’s Box for discrimination-related claims, so how can HR handle this stinky situation? One company offering such training is cosmetics maker Mandom Corp. Another company jumping on the smell train is Owndays Co. , What is smell harassment? MORE
Six out of 10 older workers have experienced or witnessed age discrimination at work, says a 2018 report by the U.S. said they believe that age discrimination in tech starts when workers are between 36 and 40. MORE
The FEHA prohibits harassment and discrimination based on protected classes. An employer’s duty to create a workplace free of harassment and discrimination, including further explanations of an employer’s affirmative duty to prevent and correct discriminatory and harassing conduct. MORE
In yesterday’s Advisor , we reviewed the first 17 of our list of 27 management actions that can increase your company’s risk of being sued; today, we present the final 10 manager/supervisor actions that you must be training against. Training Halogen Software HR talent management Technology MORE
Fully realizing that I may be shooting myself in the foot, I feel the need to say this: if you need to be trained on how to be decent in the workplace, Lord help you. While I’m a COO now, I have been training my entire career and still do as a regular part of my job. I love everything about training. To that end, I know the ins and outs of non-discrimination/non-harassment/non-retaliation laws and regulations. MORE
Sexual Harassment prevention training has been widespread since the 1980s. While many companies have some sort of sexual harassment prevention training and policy, that statement is quite dismal. “I’ve I’ve been in L&D for a long time and I’ve seen sexual harassment prevention training done very poorly, very neutrally, but in general, I’ve seen it emphasized solely as, ‘did we get all the signatures on the paper’,” said Summer Salomonsen, Grovo’s Chief Learning Officer. MORE
Whether a supervisor or manager is promoted from within or hired in as a new employee, training is a critical requirement to ensure that the company’s expectations are properly communicated and met. Some areas of training are common sense, but others should be considered to help mitigate liability by (hopefully) preventing unacceptable behavior. A new-to-the-company supervisor will need to be trained in both of these areas even if they have experience from a previous company. MORE
But in looking them over, it got me thinking, what are some of those pearls of wisdom that have held up over the course of time? Never tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Career Development Leadership and Management Training and Development training and development MORE
Avoiding pregnancy discrimination in the workplace is a top priority for employers. And it’s also a hot-topic these days, especially with the new EEOC guidelines surrounding the Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978. The best thing you can do to protect yourself from litigation is to train all managers or supervisors—but especially the ones who are directly overseeing employees. This could lead to a discrimination claim. MORE
Do you have an age requirement for certain jobs (excluding businesses that sell alcohol and require the person to be at least 21 years old, of course)? If so, your company could be headed to the courtroom to defend itself against an age discrimination lawsuit. Training. MORE
FEHA prohibits harassment and discrimination based on protected classes. The proposed amendments to FEHA cover a wide range of topics, including: An employer’s duty to create a workplace free of harassment and discrimination, including a rule that would allow the Department of Fair Employment and Housing to obtain “non-monetary preventative remedies” against an employer, even if there is no evidence of underlying discrimination or harassment. MORE
Can these different age groups work together in harmony or is there a certain age discrimination that hinders collaboration and productivity? In fact, age discrimination in the workplace takes on many shapes and forms. This is great, of course. MORE
Two laws protect workers who are 40 years of age or older from discrimination — the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and the federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). This] feels like a really nice thing to be doing…but of course we just created a slew of issues.”. MORE
Unless, of course, you’re filling server positions at Hooters. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) is suing a federal contractor, which it claims discriminated systematically against qualified men seeking entry-level production jobs. However, there are three lessons: First , federal enforcement agencies hate systemic discrimination. Second , train your managers to avoid stereotypes. MORE
It may lead to unfair treatment, harassment, manipulation, discrimination in an organization. Even though online courses and home learning do not completely eliminate the formal learning in the workplace, it does extend and complement it. MORE
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has made it clear that its chief enforcement target is “systematic” discrimination on the part of employers. According to EEOC’s lawsuit, PMT engaged in a pattern or practice of systemic hiring discrimination when, between Jan. MORE
Compliance training is usually a part of every employee’s initial training process. Are your Compliance Training Resources Effective? Earlier, in-house training specialists used to undertake the task of delivering training or companies would hire a professional trainer to deliver compliance training. Because these training modules, once completed, are not discussed again. How to Deliver Compliance Training? MORE
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is focusing a spotlight on discrimination against Muslim and Middle Eastern employees. The EEOC advises employers to have a heightened awareness of how these tragic world events, and others, could lead to discrimination in the workplace. MORE
It’s as though the media has suddenly discovered a whole new world of discrimination to report on. Still, the training appears to be ineffective because sexual harassment remains an ongoing issue in places of employment. Why Isn’t Preventive Training Working? MORE
Instead, I’m nicely caffeinated, listening to a Spotify playlist of Rolling Stone’s 100 Greatest Hip Hop Songs of All Time , wondering how House of Pain’s Jump Around didn’t make the list and punching out a blog post on age discrimination to you fine folks. Hi there. MORE
In Yesterday’s Advisor we explored how accidental discrimination still occurs all the time during the hiring process. Whether they are aware or not, such recruiters open up their employers to discrimination claims. Discrimination Lawsuits. MORE
For HR and compliance professionals looking for great EEO training and information, why not go to the source? Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) Training Institute regularly hosts EEO training courses across the country. MORE
Can these different age groups work together in harmony or is there a certain age discrimination that hinders collaboration and productivity? In fact, age discrimination in the workplace takes on many shapes and forms. This is great, of course. MORE
With a continued nationwide effort to shed light on sexual harassment in the workplace, several states have implemented sexual harassment training requirements for their employees. In 2020, employers in Connecticut, Delaware, and Illinois will join Maine and New York in the group of states who require employers to provide sexual harassment prevention training to employees. . Employers could be subject to fines up to $1,000 if the required training is not provided. . MORE
Compliance training has come out of the shadows and into the spotlight, following high-profile sexual harassment scandals that have dominated the news cycle for months. For HR, now’s the optimal time to review and update your compliance training programs. MORE
Discrimination. . Companies have obvious risk management reasons to provide workplace harassment prevention training so as to keep their names out of the news for the type of exposure that can come from these incidents of harassment. Therefore, we’ve developed 5 tips for delivering workplace harassment prevention training : Make Sure Employees Understand What Constitutes Harassment at Work. Bullying. Hostile work environment. Sexual harassment. MORE
Berkshire Associates
MAY 28, 2015
For HR and compliance professionals looking for great EEO training and information, why not go to the source? Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) Training Institute regularly hosts EEO training courses across the country.
HR Daily Advisor
JANUARY 14, 2018
Justice Department’s (DOJ) new stance that transgender employees aren’t protected from discrimination under federal law. Title VII’s prohibition on sex discrimination. OSHA, the EEOC, and the OFCCP have not (as of yet) reversed course. by Angela N. Johnson.
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Synergy
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
This is a problem in America, one that often leads to a bias and, in too many instances, outright discrimination. However, the proper education and training can help prevent workplace discrimination in any business. The Nuances of Discrimination.
Workable
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Can these different age groups work together in harmony or is there a certain age discrimination that hinders collaboration and productivity? In fact, age discrimination in the workplace takes on many shapes and forms. This is great, of course.
Paycor
SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
Do you have an age requirement for certain jobs (excluding businesses that sell alcohol and require the person to be at least 21 years old, of course)? If so, your company could be headed to the courtroom to defend itself against an age discrimination lawsuit. Training.
Workable
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Can these different age groups work together in harmony or is there a certain age discrimination that hinders collaboration and productivity? In fact, age discrimination in the workplace takes on many shapes and forms. This is great, of course.
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HR Hardball
MAY 31, 2018
Compliance training has come out of the shadows and into the spotlight, following high-profile sexual harassment scandals that have dominated the news cycle for months. For HR, now’s the optimal time to review and update your compliance training programs.
Affinity HR Group
AUGUST 16, 2018
Whether a supervisor or manager is promoted from within or hired in as a new employee, training is a critical requirement to ensure that the company’s expectations are properly communicated and met. Some areas of training are common sense, but others should be considered to help mitigate liability by (hopefully) preventing unacceptable behavior. A new-to-the-company supervisor will need to be trained in both of these areas even if they have experience from a previous company.
Affinity HR Group
AUGUST 16, 2018
Whether a supervisor or manager is promoted from within or hired in as a new employee, training is a critical requirement to ensure that the company’s expectations are properly communicated and met. Some areas of training are common sense, but others should be considered to help mitigate liability by (hopefully) preventing unacceptable behavior. A new-to-the-company supervisor will need to be trained in both of these areas even if they have experience from a previous company.
Homebase
JANUARY 7, 2020
With a continued nationwide effort to shed light on sexual harassment in the workplace, several states have implemented sexual harassment training requirements for their employees. In 2020, employers in Connecticut, Delaware, and Illinois will join Maine and New York in the group of states who require employers to provide sexual harassment prevention training to employees. . Employers could be subject to fines up to $1,000 if the required training is not provided. .
Grovo HR
OCTOBER 12, 2018
Sexual Harassment prevention training has been widespread since the 1980s. While many companies have some sort of sexual harassment prevention training and policy, that statement is quite dismal. “I’ve I’ve been in L&D for a long time and I’ve seen sexual harassment prevention training done very poorly, very neutrally, but in general, I’ve seen it emphasized solely as, ‘did we get all the signatures on the paper’,” said Summer Salomonsen, Grovo’s Chief Learning Officer.
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HR Morning
MARCH 25, 2016
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has made it clear that its chief enforcement target is “systematic” discrimination on the part of employers. According to EEOC’s lawsuit, PMT engaged in a pattern or practice of systemic hiring discrimination when, between Jan.
Kitaboo - Employee Training
APRIL 30, 2019
Compliance training is usually a part of every employee’s initial training process. Are your Compliance Training Resources Effective? Earlier, in-house training specialists used to undertake the task of delivering training or companies would hire a professional trainer to deliver compliance training. Because these training modules, once completed, are not discussed again. How to Deliver Compliance Training?
HRWatchdog
MAY 15, 2015
FEHA prohibits harassment and discrimination based on protected classes. The proposed amendments to FEHA cover a wide range of topics, including: An employer’s duty to create a workplace free of harassment and discrimination, including a rule that would allow the Department of Fair Employment and Housing to obtain “non-monetary preventative remedies” against an employer, even if there is no evidence of underlying discrimination or harassment.
HRWatchdog
JULY 12, 2017
Under California law, employers are required, among other things, to establish and maintain: A written discrimination, harassment and retaliation prevention policy that includes specific provisions. Sexual Harassment Prevention Training. Harassment Training
HRWatchdog
JANUARY 29, 2016
The FEHA prohibits harassment and discrimination based on protected classes. An employer’s duty to create a workplace free of harassment and discrimination, including further explanations of an employer’s affirmative duty to prevent and correct discriminatory and harassing conduct.
HR Bartender
JULY 20, 2018
But in looking them over, it got me thinking, what are some of those pearls of wisdom that have held up over the course of time? Never tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Career Development Leadership and Management Training and Development training and development
HR Daily Advisor
MAY 3, 2016
In Yesterday’s Advisor we explored how accidental discrimination still occurs all the time during the hiring process. Whether they are aware or not, such recruiters open up their employers to discrimination claims. Discrimination Lawsuits.
Synergy
DECEMBER 16, 2019
This brush-under-the-rug mentality has resulted in fewer than 1 in 5 companies holding training or reviewing their harassment policies, likely because they don’t realize they have to. Guidelines for sexual harassment policies and training are included in the Act. Of course.
HRExecutive
JULY 6, 2016
The authors point to volumes of past research that they say reinforce the notion that diversity efforts—mandatory diversity training sessions in particular—may be well-intentioned, but often miss the mark. discrimination diversity training
HR Morning
MARCH 20, 2018
Leader accountability is the key to more effective anti-sexual harassment training, says Dr. Marsha Ershaghi Hames. . Business leaders have the power – and responsibility – to prevent sexual harassment, misconduct and abuse in the workplace, especially through their anti-sexual harassment training. Anti-harassment training: What’s changed? One of the typical knee-jerk reactions when attempting to address sexual harassment is to train “the little guy.”
NCHRA
MARCH 3, 2016
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is focusing a spotlight on discrimination against Muslim and Middle Eastern employees. The EEOC advises employers to have a heightened awareness of how these tragic world events, and others, could lead to discrimination in the workplace.
Insperity
AUGUST 31, 2015
Unfortunately, if your business has employees, incidents of discrimination and harassment may occasionally disrupt your company culture. Thorough compliance training can go a long way toward preventing these incidents. Why is it important to provide HR compliance training?
HR Daily Advisor
FEBRUARY 12, 2018
It’s as though the media has suddenly discovered a whole new world of discrimination to report on. Still, the training appears to be ineffective because sexual harassment remains an ongoing issue in places of employment. Why Isn’t Preventive Training Working?
EverFi - HR
AUGUST 12, 2019
Discrimination. . Companies have obvious risk management reasons to provide workplace harassment prevention training so as to keep their names out of the news for the type of exposure that can come from these incidents of harassment. Therefore, we’ve developed 5 tips for delivering workplace harassment prevention training : Make Sure Employees Understand What Constitutes Harassment at Work. Bullying. Hostile work environment. Sexual harassment.
HRWatchdog
SEPTEMBER 27, 2019
Two laws protect workers who are 40 years of age or older from discrimination — the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and the federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). This] feels like a really nice thing to be doing…but of course we just created a slew of issues.”.
HR Daily Advisor
APRIL 14, 2015
In yesterday’s Advisor , we reviewed the first 17 of our list of 27 management actions that can increase your company’s risk of being sued; today, we present the final 10 manager/supervisor actions that you must be training against. Training Halogen Software HR talent management Technology
Linkedin Talent Blog
MARCH 21, 2019
Six out of 10 older workers have experienced or witnessed age discrimination at work, says a 2018 report by the U.S. said they believe that age discrimination in tech starts when workers are between 36 and 40.
The Employer Handbook
DECEMBER 14, 2015
Unless, of course, you’re filling server positions at Hooters. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) is suing a federal contractor, which it claims discriminated systematically against qualified men seeking entry-level production jobs. However, there are three lessons: First , federal enforcement agencies hate systemic discrimination. Second , train your managers to avoid stereotypes.
The Employer Handbook
APRIL 25, 2016
Instead, I’m nicely caffeinated, listening to a Spotify playlist of Rolling Stone’s 100 Greatest Hip Hop Songs of All Time , wondering how House of Pain’s Jump Around didn’t make the list and punching out a blog post on age discrimination to you fine folks. Hi there.
PerformanceICreate
JANUARY 23, 2019
Fully realizing that I may be shooting myself in the foot, I feel the need to say this: if you need to be trained on how to be decent in the workplace, Lord help you. While I’m a COO now, I have been training my entire career and still do as a regular part of my job. I love everything about training. To that end, I know the ins and outs of non-discrimination/non-harassment/non-retaliation laws and regulations.
HR Daily Advisor
OCTOBER 4, 2016
This touchy subject can also open Pandora’s Box for discrimination-related claims, so how can HR handle this stinky situation? One company offering such training is cosmetics maker Mandom Corp. Another company jumping on the smell train is Owndays Co. , What is smell harassment?
New to HR
FEBRUARY 21, 2017
It may lead to unfair treatment, harassment, manipulation, discrimination in an organization. Even though online courses and home learning do not completely eliminate the formal learning in the workplace, it does extend and complement it.
HRWatchdog
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
Employers are legitimately concerned that one of the employees in an office relationship may report sexual harassment or sexual discrimination. Individual learners can take their self-paced course in English or Spanish. On Valentine’s Day, consumers plan to spend $7.78
Insperity
OCTOBER 23, 2014
Avoiding pregnancy discrimination in the workplace is a top priority for employers. And it’s also a hot-topic these days, especially with the new EEOC guidelines surrounding the Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978. The best thing you can do to protect yourself from litigation is to train all managers or supervisors—but especially the ones who are directly overseeing employees. This could lead to a discrimination claim.
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