About Sexual Harassment Prevention Plans
Under Australian law, specifically the Respect@Work Act and the positive duty obligations under the Sex Discrimination Act 1984, employers have a legal responsibility to take proactive steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.
What a Sexual Harassment Prevention Plan Includes:
- Risk assessment identifying potential areas of concern
- Clear policies and definitions of sexual harassment
- Prevention strategies tailored to your organisation
- Accessible reporting and complaints procedures
- Investigation protocols
- Mandatory training requirements
- Regular review and monitoring schedules
This builder will guide you through a process to create a comprehensive Sexual Harassment Prevention Plan customised to your business. Your responses will help us understand your current situation and generate a practical, legally-compliant plan.
Risk Assessment Questionnaire
Do you have a documented sexual harassment policy?
A formal policy that clearly defines sexual harassment and sets expectations for workplace conduct.
Have all staff received sexual harassment awareness training?
Training should cover definitions, reporting options, and bystander intervention.
Do you have a documented complaints and reporting process?
Clear procedures for employees to report concerns with multiple contact options.
Are there significant power imbalances in your organisation structure?
For example, large gaps between management and frontline staff, or supervisors in sole charge of decisions.
Do staff work in isolated environments or with reduced oversight?
Remote workers, lone workers, or individuals with minimal management supervision.
Is alcohol served or consumed at work events or social functions?
Research shows alcohol consumption increases risk of sexual harassment incidents.
Do you have a designated reporting contact person or HR representative?
A known person employees can approach confidentially with concerns.
Have you conducted a workplace sexual harassment risk assessment?
A formal assessment to identify and document potential risk factors specific to your business.
Have you received any sexual harassment complaints in the past 2 years?
Understanding your history helps us tailor prevention strategies to your specific context.
Tell Us About Your Business
Brand Your Plan (optional)
Add your logo and choose a primary colour. Both appear on the generated plan, the printed PDF and the Word export.