Module Two, what is workplace harassment? allowing workplace harassment to continue will cause legal problems while destroying company morale. Many people are uncertain about what constitutes harassment and they are confused when their actions are pointed out is demeaning. Legally harassment is any word gesture or action that offends people are making them feel uncomfortable or intimidated. You never know how sensitive people are. So never say or do anything if you are not sure how it will be received, how to identify.

There are many ways to harass co workers or employees. The rights of all citizens are legally protected regardless of sex, age, health, ancestry, religion, sexual orientation or beliefs. Harassment occurs when someone from one group feels discriminated against by another. Be careful and remember that you never know what people are feeling or thinking it is possible to accidentally offend those who work with you. Physical harassment, this includes gestures, actions and contact that can be sexual or threatening. Even woman gestures like a hug constitute harassment.

If They make a person uncomfortable. Do not touch people at work or invade their personal space. Emotional harassment, Brett's comments, degrading tones and jokes are all workplace harassment. Avoid volatile subjects and consider the ramifications of different jokes costs to your business. Harassment costs businesses millions every year. Many laws allow people to sue their companies for workplace harassment.

Failing to protect employees can result in a high price to pay. Not only are there litigation fees, but psychological ramifications cost businesses as well. The cost to your business is not always monetary, it can cost reputation. A company losing its reputation can have an effect on many aspects of business. The company may lose customers valuable employees and not attract prospective new hires. Legal legal fees are a costly factor for businesses that face harassment charges.

Companies are responsible for protecting their employees from managers, coworkers, vendors and clients. Sexual harassment is the responsibility of the company. When it is quid pro quo, which means that the sexual favors are exchanged for jobs, promotions or raises businesses are also responsible if they are known to promote a hostile work environment. A hostile work environment occurs when management does nothing to prevent harassment. In a legal battle, employers must prove that they used reasonable care to prevent and address harassment issues. Psychological harassment and bullying take a psychological toll on everyone in the workplace.

A survey from the American Psychological Association revealed that 74% of Americans believe that work causes most of their stress. The stress from harassment can lead to physical symptoms such as headaches, fatigue and sleeplessness. harassment, particularly sexual harassment is linked to post traumatic stress disorder. Companies lose money in sick days poor commitment, low productivity and turnover when workplace harassment is not prevented and addressed immediately. Case Study. Jane had the job of overseeing harassment cases within the paper distribution company she worked for.

One day, there was a between two people, Erin and Cree over a comment that was made, pre said that she felt offended by the comment, but Aaron said that she meant no harm by it. When someone makes a case for harassment, it could cost the business a lot of money. Plus, it could add to the overall stress levels of the other employees within the company. And that in and of itself could contribute to psychological harm. Jane wanted to avoid all those complications. So she tried to resolve the conflict by talking it out.

Bree accepted an apology and the matter was settled.