The dysfunction or deterioration of organizational relationships are perhaps one of the main factors by which conflict situations, discrimination or harassment begin within the work environment.

According to the Department of Equality in Employment and Housing, all companies, large, medium or small with more than 5 workers, must train their workers through tools that allow them to improve communication with their colleagues during the workday.

How is this achieved?

Through anti-harassment workshops for the prevention of abusive behavior within work spaces, which are free if they are done online. In addition, they can be dictated in different languages ​​and for people who work in California, although they do not necessarily live in this state.

Why does California law require this training?

To remind and make workers and employers aware of the appropriate behaviors to deal with a situation that may become a problematic situation or a violent act, whether or not it is intentional.

Although there is knowledge about the subject, according to specialists in this field, there are still situations or cases of harassment and discrimination at work in all California counties.

However, the figures continue to decline in the state thanks to these types of initiatives by companies, which every day ask for better and more training of this type to develop an assertive work culture.

Can anti-harassment workshops only be carried out by workers?

Both supervisors, bosses, employers or employees can participate in the planning so that they can be developed virtually or in person every two years.

People who are in charge of supervising others during their working day must receive two hours of training during the workshop, while those who only carry out a specific task or activity will only receive one hour.

Does this also apply to temporary workers?

Yes, but it will depend on the case. If you have already received training at the company where you previously worked, and in the same year, let your new employers know if there is a possibility of exempting you from the workshop. If the answer is negative, you must compulsorily comply with it.

Advantages of anti-harassment workshops

-Direct and effective communication with any member of the team or department for which he works.

-Better treatment and greater respect and formality when addressing another person.

-Empathy when approaching or starting a conversation or activity at work.

-Minimum risk of misunderstandings, uncomfortable situations, or that may be interpreted as a discriminatory act, violent situation, or harassment.

-Development of emotional intelligence

Can I receive more information or training outside of work on the subject as an employee?

You can receive the workshops that you consider necessary, since there are no time limits for this. Talk to your company or employer so that they can indicate the programs or dates of the events to be held on these topics, and the hours that you can have for it during your professional day.

If you wish to obtain any information about legal resources related to harassment or discrimination at work, click on our contact section or call our telephone number to provide you with options that can help improve your situation, or take legal action in this regard.

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