This lesson explains how to plan safety measures and provide immediate supports after a harassment incident. It covers practical steps to assess risk, adjust work arrangements, and connect survivors with services.
Safety Planning and Immediate Supports
This lesson explains how to plan safety measures and provide immediate supports after a harassment incident. It covers practical steps to assess risk, adjust work arrangements, and connect survivors with services.
Overview
This lesson covers safety planning for survivors and witnesses in the wake of a harassment incident. It emphasizes risk assessment, privacy-respecting safety measures, and practical steps to ensure the person affected can continue to work with security and support in place.
Key actions include developing a safety plan, providing immediate supports, and coordinating with relevant teams to implement accommodations and schedule adjustments as needed.
Immediate Supports
- Offer confidential safety planning sessions with the affected employee and a trusted HR or EAP representative.
- Provide accommodations such as flexible scheduling, temporary relocation, or workload adjustments as appropriate.
- Facilitate access to counseling or support services while maintaining privacy and dignity.
- Establish a clear reporting channel and ensure regular follow-up checks on safety needs.
Implementation Timeline
- Within 24 hours: safety plan drafted and explained with consent.
- Within 72 hours: accommodations arranged and communicated to the relevant teams.
- Ongoing: periodic re-assessment of safety and comfort levels.