The Connecticut Workplace Harassment Training for Employees is a comprehensive and interactive course designed to educate employees on the importance of maintaining a safe and respectful work environment. This training covers the laws and policies related to workplace harassment in Connecticut and provides practical guidance on how to recognize, prevent, and report incidents of harassment.
Learners will gain an understanding of the different forms of harassment, including sexual, racial, and disability-based harassment. They will learn about their legal rights and obligations, as well as the consequences of engaging in harassing behavior.
The course also covers the importance of promoting a workplace culture of diversity, respect, and professionalism. Participants will learn about their role in maintaining a positive work environment and the importance of reporting incidents of harassment in a timely and confidential manner.
This training is designed to meet the requirements of Connecticut state law and provides a comprehensive understanding of the policies, procedures, and legal compliance related to workplace harassment. By the end of this training, participants will clearly understand their responsibilities in preventing and addressing workplace harassment and be equipped with the tools and knowledge necessary to maintain a safe and respectful work environment.
In the 2019 legislative session, the Connecticut General Assembly passed and the Governor signed Public Acts 19-16 and 19-93 , which together constitute the Time’s Up Act.
Among other changes to the CHRO process, this legislation establishes new rules and requirements regarding sexual harassment training and education. These provisions and requirements go into effect October 1, 2019. The language, which applies to employers which have three or more employees , includes:
- Employers will be required to provide to a new employee a copy of information regarding the illegality of sexual harassment and remedies available to victims.
- Employers must provide all existing employees with two hours of training by October 1, 2020.
- Employers must provide two hours of training and education to new employees hired on or after October 1, 2019 within six months of their start date.
- Employers with fewer than three employees must provide two hours of training and education to all existing supervisory employees by October 1, 2020 or within six months to new supervisory employees.
- Employers must provide periodic supplemental training not less than every ten years.