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Educating Leaders to Create Safe, Respectful Workplaces

Pre-requisite: Completion of RESPECT@WORK: Empowering Respect module

Target Audience: Managers, PCBUs, Team Leaders, Supervisors, and above

Course Overview:

Despite being unlawful since 1984, sexual harassment remains a critical issue in Australian workplaces. This course equips leaders with the knowledge and tools to fulfill their Positive Duty in preventing sexual harassment and fostering respectful work environments.

Key Learning Outcomes:

  1. Understand Positive Duty definitions and legal obligations
  2. Navigate new legislative changes in Australia
  3. Lead effectively in harassment prevention
  4. Cultivate a culture of respect and inclusion
  5. Design impactful policies and training programs
  6. Implement proactive prevention strategies
  7. Establish robust employee support systems
  8. Develop effective reporting and response protocols
  9. Create continuous improvement systems

Why This Course Matters:

  • Addresses a persistent workplace issue
  • Aligns with latest legal requirements
  • Provides practical, actionable strategies
  • Supports creation of safer, more productive work environments

Course Content:

Developed using authoritative resources extracted from:

  • Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD)
  • Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC)
  • Respect@Work.gov.au

Empower Your Leadership | Protect Your Workplace | Fulfill Your Positive Duty.

Enrol now and lead the change in your organisation!

THE ORANGE CARD - Fostering Respect, Ensuring Compliance

Course Resources: Positive Duty

Explore these official resources to deepen your understanding of Positive Duty in the context of Respect at Work:

Positive Duty Webpage - Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission

Information on positive duty from the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission.

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Easy Read Fact Sheet About the Positive Duty

An easy-to-Read Fact Sheet explaining the concept of positive duty.

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New Positive Duty for Employers

Information on the new positive duty for employers to prevent workplace sexual harassment, sex discrimination, and victimisation.

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Fair Work Commission: Respect at Work Legislation Changes

Overview of the legislation changes related to Respect at Work from the Fair Work Commission.

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SafeWork NSW: Respect at Work Positive Duties Explained

A detailed explanation of positive duties in the context of Respect at Work from SafeWork NSW.

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Respect at Work Guidance Sheet

A guidance sheet on Respect at Work from the Clearing House for Sport.

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  • Price $98 +gst
  • Course Level Intermediate
  • Duration 55 Minutes
  • Certificate Yes
  • Language English
  • Access Lifetime