Sexual Harrassment

             1. Statement of Policy: An appropriate person or department should create, distribute and enforce the sexual harassment policy. .
             2. Definition of Sexual Harassment: Define sexual harassment outlining examples of unacceptable behavior .
             3. Non-retaliation Policy: Protect victims and witnesses from any negative repercussions related to the initiation of an action to remedy a case of sexual harassment. .
             4. Specific Procedures for Prevention: Larger employers should establish training programs to encourage sexual harassment prevention. When such programs have been instituted, guidelines must be followed to avoid increased legal liability. Large and small employers, alike, should make committing sexual harassment a cause for dismissal. .
             5. Establish a Reporting Procedure: Notify employees of the employer's expectation regarding reports of sexual harassment. Create an atmosphere, which encourages victims to report incidents of sexual harassment. .
             6. Establish a Clear Investigation and Remediation Procedure: Notify employees of appropriate individuals to whom sexual harassment should be reported. Establish an investigation procedure to collect and evaluate facts in sexual harassment cases. Clearly outline the consequences of such behavior and implement them consistently. Notify the plaintiff of the disposition of the case. .
             7. Timely Reporting Requirements: Emphasize duty of complainant to report sexual harassment in a timely manner to allow employer to thoroughly investigate complaint.
             It is College policy that all employees and students have a right to work and study in an environment free of discrimination and unlawful harassment, including freedom from sexual harassment. Such conduct may result in disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. Other sexually harassing conduct in the workplace, whether physical or verbal, committed by supervisory or non-supervisory personnel is also prohibited. .
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             Employees who have complaints of sexual or other unlawful harassment should report such conduct in writing to their supervisors.