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New York Harassment Training Compliance Checklist for Retail
Navigate New York's harassment training requirements with this comprehensive guide tailored to the retail industry. Ensure legal compliance, while fostering a respectful workplace.
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Understand New York’s Harassment Laws
Retailers in New York are required by law to conduct sexual harassment prevention training for all employees on an annual basis.
Identify a Compliant Training Solution
Ensure your training solution has been verified to comply with New York's mandates.
Implement Interactive Training
Training sessions should include activities that engage participants, such as asking staff questions that require responses.
Provide Anti-Harassment Policy to Employees
In addition to training, New York requires retailers to provide employees with a written copy of their harassment, discrimination, and anti-retaliation policy.
Conduct Timely Training for All New Hires
Ensure that all new employees receive sexual harassment prevention training as soon as they are hired.
Maintain Training Completion Records
Keep track of all harassment training for at least three years.
Confirm Regular Training Updates
As laws and regulations change, make sure your training provider is updating their training courses to maintain compliance.
Establish Efficient Reporting
Retailers need to implement clear reporting procedures for addressing and documenting harassment incidents.
Offer Training in Employees’ Languages
Ensure that training is delivered in the language spoken by your retail staff.
Address Industry-Specific Training Needs
Trainings that reflect the real-life scenarios encountered by your team are more relatable and effective.
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