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Guide to California's Harassment Training Requirements for Restaurants
Comprehensive guide for California's restaurant industry: Navigate harassment training requirements, ensure legal compliance, and foster a 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 starting.
Identify a Compliant Training Solution
Introduce a training solution that has been verified to comply with California's laws.
Ensure Training is Interactive
California requires training to be interactive. It can be delivered in person or online as long as it allows for questions and answers.
Distribute an Anti-Harassment Policy
Restaurants 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.
Assign Training to Employees Every Two Years
California requires employees to complete harassment training once every two years.
Document Training Records
Maintain all training records for a minimum of two years.
Keep Training Up-to-Date
As laws and regulations change, make sure your training provider keeps their training course up to date to ensure compliance.
Provide Training in Employees’ Preferred Language
California law requires restaurants to provide training in the language that is understood by the majority of their staff to ensure full understanding of compliance concepts.
Address Industry-Specific Training Needs
Selecting a training program that reflects the real-life scenarios encountered by your team makes your training relatable and effective.
Establish Efficient Reporting
Restaurant owners and managers need to implement clear reporting procedures for addressing and documenting harassment incidents promptly.
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