Handling Harassment & Sexual Harassment Training in Malaysia | HRDF Claimable

Handling Harassment & Sexual Harassment at the Workplace Training in Malaysia (HRDF Claimable)

1 Day ( 8 hours)

Training Overview

The Handling Harassment & Sexual Harassment at the Workplace program is an HRDF claimable corporate training in Malaysia designed to equip HR professionals, managers, and supervisors with the knowledge and skills to prevent, identify, and manage harassment and sexual harassment in the workplace.

The course covers the Code of Practice on the Prevention and Eradication of Sexual Harassment issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and addresses legal obligations under the Employment Act 1955. Participants will learn to create a safe and conducive working environment, ensure complaints are investigated promptly, and apply protective measures for victims, thereby reducing organisational risk and fostering a respectful workplace culture.

✔ HRD Corp / HRDF claimable
✔ Practical case studies and role-playing exercises
✔ Compliance-focused and outcome-driven

Training Objectives

At the end of this corporate training program, participants will be able to:

Explain the Code of Practice on the Prevention and Eradication of Sexual Harassment
Recognise types, forms, and locations of harassment and sexual harassment
Assess the negative effects of harassment on individuals and organisations
Implement policies, complaint procedures, and disciplinary measures
Apply protective and remedial actions for victims
Conduct case study analysis and apply lessons to real workplace situations

HRDF Claimable Training

This program is HRD Corp (HRDF) claimable, subject to HRD Corp’s terms and approval. Upscale Sdn Bhd is a registered HRDF training provider in Malaysia and supports clients throughout the HRDF claim submission process.

Why Attend This Corporate Training Program

By attending this HRDF claimable workplace harassment training, participants will be able to:

Understand the legal and organisational framework governing sexual harassment in Malaysia
Identify and manage different types of harassment effectively
Implement workplace policies and procedures to prevent harassment
Conduct investigations in accordance with best practices
Support victims and ensure protection and remedial measures
Reduce organisational liability and foster a safe work environment

This program is ideal for organisations seeking practical and compliant harassment management training in Malaysia.

Target Audience

This Handling Harassment & Sexual Harassment training program is suitable for:

Human Resource Managers and Executives
Department Heads and Supervisors
Administration Managers and Executives
Organisations looking to ensure workplace compliance and safety

No prior legal or HR knowledge is required, although HR and supervisory experience is recommended.

Course Outline

Introduction

Meaning and scope of sexual harassment and workplace harassment

Types of Sexual Harassment

Verbal harassment
Non-verbal/gestural harassment
Psychological harassment

Places Sexual Harassment Can Occur

Workplace environments and common risk areas

Forms and Impact of Sexual Harassment

Negative effects on individuals and organisations
Case study examples and discussion

How to Combat Harassment at the Workplace

Employer obligations to ensure safe workplaces
Policy statement prohibiting harassment
Complaint/grievance procedures
Disciplinary rules and penalties
Protective and remedial measures for victims
Promotional and education programmes
Involvement of trade unions

Handling Specific Situations

What to do if you are sexually harassed
How to support and comfort victims
Conducting investigations and applying corrective action

Case Studies & Court Case Analysis

3 practical case studies in the morning, 3 in the afternoon
Real-life examples and court case review
Group discussions and problem-solving exercises

Training Duration & Delivery Mode

Duration: 1 Day (9:00 am – 5:00 pm)
Delivery Mode:
- In-house training at client’s location
- Customised delivery based on organisational needs

Why Choose Upscale Sdn Bhd

HRDF registered training provider
Experienced HR and compliance trainers
Practical, compliance-focused learning approach
Customised in-house training solutions
Trusted by organisations across Malaysia

Other Security-Related Training Programs

Upscale Sdn Bhd also provides advanced and specialised security training, including:

Industrial Cybersecurity Awareness for Managers
Hacking & Security Vulnerability Management
Network Security & Penetration Testing
Advanced Web Hacking & Defences
Mobile Hacking and Security
Secure Coding
MySQL & Apache Tomcat Hardening
Hack-away Workshops
Advanced Persistent Threats (APT)

Enquiry & Customisation

For customised harassment and sexual harassment training, in-house sessions, or HRDF claimable programs, please contact Upscale Sdn Bhd.