
Maine Human Rights & Sexual Harassment Training
Maine law mandates that employers provide sexual harassment prevention training to all employees within their first year of employment. While the law doesn’t explicitly require repeat training, experts recommend conducting refresher sessions every three years to foster a positive and respectful workplace culture.
This table outlines the mandatory training topics as per state law (§807)
Required Training
Who Must Be Trained: | Managers and employees of employers with 15+ employees |
Training Frequency: | Once, within 1 year of hire |
Training Duration: | No time requirements |
Training Content: | Legal Foundations: – Relevant Maine Legislation (§807) Harassment Definitions: – Protected Characteristics (see list below) – Types of Harassment (quid pro quo & hostile work environment) Legal & Practical Aspects: – Remedies Available – Harassment Prevention Strategies – Case Law Examples – Resources for Victims – Supervisor Liability – Retaliation Employer Policy |
Key Considerations: | Training must be interactive, allowing for questions and answers. |