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Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Training
Sexual Harassment Prevention Training – Protect Your People. Comply with the Law. Transform Your Culture.
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Sexual harassment can have a devastating impact on employees, workplace culture and organisational reputation. Beyond the personal harm caused to those affected, organisations may experience reduced productivity, increased staff turnover, reputational damage and legal consequences.
Safeline’s Workplace Sexual Harassment Training helps employers understand their responsibilities, meet their legal duties under the Worker Protection Act and create safer, more respectful working environments.
Delivered by specialists with extensive experience in safeguarding, sexual abuse prevention and victim support, our training provides practical guidance that organisations can implement immediately.
What is Workplace Sexual Harassment?
Sexual harassment is unwanted conduct of a sexual nature that violates an individual’s dignity or creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating or offensive environment.
Sexual harassment can occur in any workplace and may include:
- Unwanted sexual comments or jokes
- Inappropriate messages or emails
- Sexual gestures or behaviour
- Unwanted physical contact
- Sharing sexual images or content
- Repeated unwanted advances
- Online harassment through digital platforms
Sexual harassment can affect people at all levels of an organisation and can be carried out by colleagues, managers, contractors, clients or customers.
Employers have a responsibility to prevent sexual harassment and respond appropriately when concerns are raised.
Worker Protection Act Requirements for Employers
The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act places a proactive duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.
Employers must now demonstrate that they have taken action to reduce the risk of sexual harassment occurring.
This includes:
- Providing appropriate staff training
- Reviewing workplace culture
- Implementing effective reporting procedures
- Managing risks proactively
- Supporting individuals affected by harassment
- Taking action when concerns are raised
Organisations that fail to take reasonable preventative steps may face significant legal and reputational consequences.
Safeline’s training supports employers in meeting these responsibilities through practical, evidence-informed learning.
Why Sexual Harassment Training is Essential
Many organisations have policies in place, but policies alone are not enough.
Effective sexual harassment prevention training helps employees and managers:
- Recognise inappropriate behaviour
- Understand reporting procedures
- Respond appropriately to disclosures
- Build confidence in addressing concerns
- Create safer and more inclusive workplaces
Training also demonstrates an employer’s commitment to protecting staff wellbeing and maintaining a positive workplace culture.
I went in expecting a bit of a tick box exercise, something fairly routine and perhaps teaching us to suck eggs. I couldn’t have been more wrong.
The session was genuinely thought provoking and, at times, emotional. As a Trade Union representative of 35 years and a senior manager for the past seven, there were moments when my instinct was to step in and support the victims directly. It really struck a chord.
This was a powerful, well delivered and impactful session that I thoroughly enjoyed, while also leaving me with a deep sense of empathy for those affected.
A massive thank you to Safeline and the team.
Senior Manager and Trade Union RepresentativeWho Should Attend?
Our workplace sexual harassment training is suitable for:
- HR professionals
- Managers and supervisors
- Senior leaders
- Safeguarding leads
- Workplace investigators
- Employee wellbeing teams
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion professionals
Trade Union representatives
Training can be tailored to specific sectors, workplace environments and organisational requirements.
What Participants Will Learn
Recognise Sexual Harassment
Understand different forms of sexual harassment and their impact on individuals and organisations.
Understand Legal Responsibilities
Gain confidence in understanding employer duties and current legislation.
Respond to Disclosures Effectively
Learn how to respond in a supportive, professional and trauma-informed manner when concerns are reported.
Support Employees Impacted by Harassment
Learn appropriate signposting and support pathways available to staff.
Address Harmful Behaviours
Understand how organisations can challenge inappropriate sexual attitudes and behaviours safely and effectively.
Create a Safer Workplace Culture
Develop approaches that promote respect, inclusion, and accountability
Key elements of the programme:
- Developed by specialists who are expert in protecting/supporting people impacted by or at risk of sexual harassment and sexual abuse.
- Interactive, participatory training tailored to suit organisational requirements and audiences.
- Certification on successfully completing the programme.
- Ongoing access to specialist/practical support to protect organisations long-term.
- Delivered face-to-face or online and throughout the UK.
Sexual harassment in the workplace isn’t just a legal risk—it’s a cultural challenge.
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Safeline delivered training to our staff team on protecting people from sexual harassment in the workforce. This training was informative and engaging, demonstrating how we can take a trauma informed, victim focused approach to dealing with sexual harassment in the workplace, university and society at large
CEO, Nottingham Trent Students' UnionWhat Makes Our Training Different?
Unlike standard compliance training, Safeline’s programme combines legal knowledge with extensive experience supporting survivors of sexual abuse and harassment.
This enables us to provide:
- Victim-focused learning
- Real-life insight and expertise
- Trauma-informed practice
- Practical workplace solutions
- Prevention-focused strategies
The result is training that not only supports compliance but also helps create meaningful cultural change.
Why Choose Safeline
Over 30 Years of Experience
Safeline has supported people affected by sexual abuse, sexual violence and sexual harassment since 1994.
Trauma-Informed Approach
Our training recognises the impact of trauma and promotes responses that are sensitive, supportive and effective.
Specialist Trainers
Training is delivered by experienced professionals with backgrounds in safeguarding, criminal investigations, victim support, human rights and prevention work.
Practical and Engaging Learning
Sessions are interactive, participatory and focused on real-world workplace challenges.
National Delivery
Training can be delivered: Face-to-Face; Online; On-site at your organisation; Across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Ongoing Support
Participants benefit from access to additional resources and specialist advice to support long-term organisational improvement.
Meet Our Team
Colin Walker
Head of Safeguarding
Colin is a sexual abuse prevention and investigation specialist highly experienced in all aspects of safeguarding.
Currently Head of Safeguarding at Safeline, Colin was for the past 12 years Head of Prevention and Early Intervention, where he created, developed and delivered effective preventative interventions, providing trauma informed training to young people , adults and professionals.
Prior to joining Safeline, Colin served as a Police Detective for 25 years and specialised in the investigation of the most serious crimes including rape and serious sexual offences.
Highly commended for his investigative ability, Colin has also performed the role of Independent Sexual Violence Advocate supporting survivors of sexual abuse through the justice system.
Regarding the new legislation, Colin commented:
‘Safeline are delighted to offer workplace sexual harassment training throughout the UK. We are experts in this field with over 30 years’ experience supporting survivors of sexual abuse. It is essential that all businesses access Safeline’s sexual harassment training and comply with their legal duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace under the Worker Protection Act.’
Jenny Cooke
National Training Manager
Jenny has an LLM (Masters of Law) in International Human Rights Law, achieved with distinction.
She has first-hand experience working with victims of sexual abuse and harassment, equipping her with both the legal expertise and the trauma–informed perspective necessary to deliver this training in a manner that is both sensitive and in line with current legislation.
Jenny’s legal background enables her to explain relevant laws, policies and employer obligations, while her experience working with survivors ensures that the training is sensitive, victim focused and helps implements a safe workplace culture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is sexual harassment training mandatory in the UK?
While sexual harassment training is not specifically mandated by legislation, employers have a legal duty to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Effective, regularly refreshed training is recognised by the Equality and Human Rights Commission as an important preventative measure and can help employers demonstrate that they are taking appropriate steps to meet their legal responsibilities.
What is the Worker Protection Act?
The Worker Protection Act strengthens employer responsibilities regarding the prevention of workplace sexual harassment and requires organisations to take proactive measures to reduce risk.
Who should receive sexual harassment training?
All employees can benefit from awareness training, while managers, HR professionals and senior leaders should receive enhanced training tailored to their responsibilities.
How often should training be refreshed?
Many organisations choose annual refresher training combined with regular policy reviews and awareness activity.
Can sexual harassment in the workplace training be delivered online?
Yes. Safeline offers both online and face-to-face training options throughout the UK.
What is trauma-informed sexual harassment training?
Trauma-informed training recognises the impact that harassment and abuse can have on individuals and promotes responses that avoid further harm while providing effective support.
How long is the sexual harassment in the workplace training?
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Training is a 3-hour session
Ready to meet your legal obligations and create a safer workplace?
Sexual harassment in the workplace is not just a legal risk. It is a cultural challenge that requires informed leadership, effective policies and a commitment to protecting people.
Whether you are seeking to comply with the Worker Protection Act, strengthen organisational culture or enhance staff confidence, Safeline can help.
Contact our team today to discuss tailored workplace sexual harassment training for your organisation.
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