
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.
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. |