From In-Person Taunting to Online Bullying: How to Halt Harassment in Today's Changing Workplace

Many people mistakenly believe that workplace harassment only happens in the workplace. But illegal harassment can happen anywhere. And the laws apply to telecommuters just as they do to on-site workers.

Working from home leads to new opportunities for potential harassment situations. In fact, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has cited “isolated workspaces” as a major risk factor for harassment. Employees working from home tend to be more relaxed, and therefore, more likely to share inappropriate comments, jokes or emails.

This free, fast-paced presentation will give you the tools you need to address this new dynamic, protect your employees and avoid a costly lawsuit.

Specifically, you’ll learn:

• The many different types of workplace harassment with specific examples
• What your no-harassment policy must include – and how to communicate it to all employees
• Practical tips to prevent remote workplace harassment
• The surge in states requiring employers to conduct anti-harassment training
• An effective, affordable training solution for employees and managers

Approximate playing time: 40 minutes