PREVENTING SEXUAL HARASSMENT AND BUILDING A SAFE WORKPLACE CULTURE

Why preventing sexual harassment is a critical workplace responsibility

Preventing Sexual Harassment and Building a Safe Workplace Culture training is a comprehensive and practical programme designed to help organisations in Malaysia understand their legal responsibilities, prevent misconduct, and foster a respectful, safe, and inclusive working environment.

Sexual harassment cases can lead to serious legal consequences, reputational damage, low employee morale, and high turnover if not managed properly. Many organisations struggle with unclear policies, lack of awareness, poor reporting mechanisms, and ineffective investigations.

This training equips employers, HR teams, managers, and employees with clear understanding, preventive strategies, and practical tools to identify, prevent, and manage sexual harassment while building a strong culture of respect and accountability.

What participants will learn and apply

• Understanding Sexual Harassment Under Malaysian Law
  Learn legal definitions, employer duties, and consequences under Employment Act and relevant regulations.
• Identifying Harassment Behaviours & Risk Areas
  Recognise verbal, non-verbal, physical, and digital forms of sexual harassment.
• Developing Effective Prevention Strategies
  Implement awareness programmes, clear rules, and proactive prevention measures.
• Handling Complaints & Internal Investigations
  Learn fair, confidential, and legally sound investigation procedures.
• Roles of Employers, Managers & Employees
  Clarify responsibilities at all organisational levels.
• Building a Respectful & Safe Workplace Culture
  Strengthen trust, accountability, and psychological safety across the organisation.

Who should attend this training

• HR Managers, HR Executives & HR Officers
• People Managers & Supervisors
• Senior Management & Business Owners
• Compliance, Risk & Governance Teams
• All Employees as Awareness Training

Industries Served

• Corporate & Professional Services
• Manufacturing & Industrial Sector
• Hospitality, Retail & Services
• Healthcare & Education
• Technology & Digital Companies
• Government-Linked Companies (GLCs)

Training structure and delivery

• Training Duration: Half Day or 1 Day (customisable)
• Delivery Mode: On-site, Online Live, or Hybrid
• Training Format: Interactive workshops, case studies, role-play scenarios
• Group Size: Corporate in-house or public sessions
• Materials Provided: Policy templates, reporting flowcharts, case references
• Certification: Certificate of Completion
• Language: English / Bahasa Malaysia

What sets this training apart

• Aligned with Malaysian Legal Requirements
  Covers Employment Act obligations and best practices for compliance.
• Practical & Scenario-Based Learning
  Real workplace cases help participants apply learning immediately.
• Policy & Process Driven
  Supports development and implementation of effective sexual harassment policies.
• Culture-Focused Approach
  Goes beyond compliance to build trust, safety, and respect.
• Experienced HR & Employment Law Facilitators
  Delivered by practitioners with real-world experience.

• Is sexual harassment training mandatory in Malaysia?
  Employers are legally required to take preventive measures and address complaints effectively.
• Who should attend this training?
  HR teams, managers, and employees should attend to ensure awareness and compliance.
• Does this training cover investigation procedures?
  Yes. It includes complaint handling, investigation steps, and documentation.
• Can this training be customised to our organisation?
  Yes. Content can be tailored to company policies and industry risks.
• Is this suitable as annual awareness training?
  Yes. It is ideal for refresher and compliance-based training programmes.

Create a safe, respectful, and legally compliant workplace

Do not wait for complaints or legal action to expose gaps in your workplace culture. Empower your organisation with the knowledge and tools to prevent misconduct and protect employees.

• Contact CAYS Academy to schedule this training
• Enquire now for corporate in-house or public programmes
• Limited availability – build a safer workplace today