Guide to California Harassment Training Requirements
California mandates strict harassment prevention training for workplaces. This checklist helps employers meet state obligations for a harassment-free, safe, and respectful workplace.
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Understand California’s Harassment Laws
Make sure you are aware of the training standards established by the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) before you start.
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Identify a Compliant Training Solution
Introduce a training course that has been verified to comply with California law.
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Ensure Training is Interactive
According to California law, interactive training must be completed. It can be delivered online as long as it allows for question and answers.
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Distribute An Anti-Harassment Policy
Employers in California are required to have a documented policy on harassment, discrimination, and retaliation prevention that complies with DFEH regulations and is available to all workers.
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Assign Training to Employees Every Two Years
Harassment training has to be given in California once every two years.
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Document Training Records
Maintain all training records for a minimum of two years.
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Confirm Regular Training Updates
As laws and regulations change, make sure your training provider keeps the training up to date on a regular basis.
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Provide Training in Employee’s Preferred Language
Ensure that the employees' familiar language is used for the training.
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Address Industry-Specific Training Needs
It's crucial to remember that some businesses, like the entertainment or agriculture sectors, could have unique training requirements and extra regulations that need to be implemented.