New York State Sexual Harassment Training Requirements
New York State has enacted comprehensive legislation mandating sexual harassment training for most businesses. This legislation requires all employers in the state, and those in New York City with 15 or more employees (including interns), to provide annual sexual harassment training to all employees.
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This table outlines the mandatory training topics as per state law (Section 201-g) and New York City law (Local Law 96).
Required Training
| Who Must Be Trained: | All Managers & Employees |
| Training Frequency: | Annually |
| Training Duration: | No time requirements |
| Training Content: | Legal Foundations: – Relevant New York State Legislation (Section 201-g) – New York City Local Law 96 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 – Limited Confidentiality of Complaints – Resources for Victims – Duty to Investigate – Supervisor Liability – Bystander Intervention – Retaliation Employer Policy |
| Key Considerations: | Training must be interactive, allowing for questions and answers. |
Protected Characteristics in New York
New York law prohibits discrimination based on the following protected characteristics:
Height
Weight
Race
Color
National Origin
Religion
Sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions)
Disability (physical or mental)
Age (18 and older)
Genetic Characteristics
Marital Status
Familial Status (being pregnant, caring for a child under 18, or seeking to adopt a child under 18)
Sexual Orientation (includes perceived sexual orientation)
Lawful Use of Any Product or Lawful Recreational Activities When Not at Work
Military Status or Service
Observance of Sabbath
Political Activities
Use of Service Dog
Prior Arrests or Criminal Accusation
Prior Convictions (unless certain requirements have been met)
Domestic Violence Victim Status
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