States That Require Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
Although sexual harassment in the workplace occurs all over the country, only certain states require employers to provide sexual harassment prevention training. Sexual harassment laws regarding courses vary even in these states, however, so it’s vital to understand what each one requires.
California
Per Cal. Gov. Code §1250.1, employers who have more than five employees or contractors must offer sexual harassment prevention training. These sexual harassment laws state that new employees must be trained within six months of being hired and that supervisors have to be trained within six months of their promotion.
Supervisors need two hours of training, and regular employees need one hour. The courses must be offered by someone with expertise in sexual harassment laws.
Connecticut
According to Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46a-54(15)(B), employers with three or more employees must offer two hours of sexual harassment prevention training. This
needs to occur within six months of being hired.
Delaware
Sexual harassment laws in Delaware require that employers with 50 or more employees offer this training. It must be interactive, and it must occur within one year of an employee being hired. All employees and supervisors have to be trained every two years, according to 19 Del. Code § 711A (g).
Illinois
According to Ill. Comp. Stat. Chap. 775, § 2-105(B)(5), all Illinois employers must provide annual sexual harassment prevention training. Restaurant and bar owners have to offer additional industry-specific sexual harassment training. The training must be available in English and Spanish.
Maine
In Maine, all employers who have 15 or more employees must offer sexual harassment prevention training within one year of each hire. Per 26 Me. Rev. Stat. § 807(3), supervisors and managers need additional training within a year of being promoted.
New York
By New York State Human Rights Law, all employers have to offer annual sexual harassment prevention training to their employees. The training has to be interactive.
Federal Courts & Their Effect on Sexual Harassment Training Requirements
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) requires all employers to offer periodical sexual harassment prevention training to their employees. Federal courts do not allow employers to only have policies in place. Instead, they must offer active training. If they fail to do so, they may not be protected against civil actions.
This means that even if you don’t run a business in one of the above states, you still should ensure that employees receive appropriate courses.
Why Choose Our Sexual Harassment Prevention Courses?
To ensure that you remain compliant with both state and federal sexual harassment laws, the team at Iron Temple Training Center offers courses that meet all the state and federal requirements you have. We can do this while offering training by some of the most experienced instructors in the industry.
Our team is made up of people who have decades of experience in psychology and even the martial arts. We provide a wealth of information that your team can put to use. Our real-life examples make it possible to learn practical advice while ensuring that your workplace remains a positive and safe space for everyone.
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