How to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace

Abstract

Argues that a clear policy on sexual harassment will help male and female employees work together effectively, because it will reduce women’s worries about harassment, while reassuring male employees about what is and isn’t acceptable. Sets out five steps to preventing harassment at work ‐ clarifying what sexual harassment is and why it happens; evaluating the current workplace environment; educating employees; choosing the right person to implement and monitor the policy; and making sure that the policy is carried out. Explains what is involved in each step, drawing on examples for US firms to show good and bad practice.

Citation

Smalensky, E. and Kleiner, B.H. (1999), "How to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace", Equal Opportunities International, Vol. 18 No. 2/3/4, pp. 3-7. https://doi.org/10.1108/02610159910785709