Roles and Responsibilities: Overview

This lesson explains the shared duties of employees, managers, and HR to prevent harassment and to foster a respectful workplace. Understanding who is responsible helps ensure concerns are addressed quickly and fairly.

• Employees: treat colleagues with dignity, avoid harassing conduct, and report incidents or concerns promptly. Participate in trainings and support a respectful environment.
• Managers: model respectful behavior, address concerns raised within their teams promptly, protect against retaliation, and document actions for accountability.
• HR: provide policy guidance, coordinate investigations, maintain confidentiality, monitor compliance, and support leadership in creating inclusive practices.

Accountability across roles ensures consistent policy application and effective remedies when violations occur.