Preventing Workplace Harassment and Discrimination in the UK
Length
30 Minutes
Course Type
Meets Equality Act 2010; Mobile Friendly
Audience
Supervisors and Non-Supervisory Employees
Empower Your
Workforce
Harassment Prevention Training That Protects People and Drives Performance in the UK
Creating a workplace free from sexual harassment and discrimination isn’t just a regulatory obligation—it’s a catalyst for stronger culture, innovation, and sustainable business results across regions and industries.
Compliance is just the foundation, not the finish line. Real impact comes when training goes beyond the law to foster empathy, awareness, and accountability, empowering employees to feel safe, respected, and able to thrive. SHIFT HR Compliance Training’s Prevention of Workplace Harassment and Discrimination for the UK course not only meets the requirements of the Equality Act 2010 but also engages learners, shifts mindsets, and drives lasting behavioral and cultural change—supporting people and performance at every level of your organization.
For answers to common questions about UK’s harassment prevention training requirements, visit our FAQ section.
Comprehensive Compliance, Wherever You Work
SHIFT HR Compliance Training also has country-specific courses for the U.S.,Canada, Australia, and India, ensuring learners receive content tailored to the regulations and workplace expectations in their region. In addition, we offer a sensitive locations version of our sexual harassment and discrimination training, modified to align with local norms in regions where sensitivities to some content require changes. Additional locations are available upon request.
For organizations operating in the United States, we offer a U.S. course that replaces a patchwork of state and federal programs with one comprehensive harassment prevention program. It saves time, reduces administrative burden, and delivers learning that resonates across every location. The program covers federal, state, and local compliance requirements, while role-based tracks and adaptive technology ensure the right content reaches the right person at the right time.
Offerings also include industry-specific versions of our courses for retail, healthcare and manufacturing and trade to ensure content reflects the realities of each workplace.
The Equality Act 2010 protects employees from discrimination, harassment, and victimization, designating employers as being legally responsible for taking all reasonable steps to stop sexual harassment in the workplace. While the law does not set out exact training requirements, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) states that regular, tailored, and effective training for all staff and managers is an essential step in compliance and in fostering safe, respectful workplaces.
This act is designed to create safer, more accountable workplaces in the UK. For more details, visit our FAQ section.
SHIFT’s Preventing Workplace Harassment and Discrimination for the UK course equips your employees and supervisors in with the tools they need to foster a respectful, inclusive environment. Through interactive, real-world scenarios and current workplace issues, learners gain practical strategies to recognize, prevent, respond to, and report inappropriate behavior, empowering them to be part of the solution.
- Identify unlawful harassment, discrimination and retaliation, and develop effective strategies to prevent, address, and respond to them
- Recognize inappropriate behavior early and understand how to safely intervene and report concerns
- Clarify the difference between intent and impact to better assess workplace conduct before lines are crossed
- Empower employees with bystander intervention skills and proactive prevention techniques and real-life scenarios that drive sustainable behavior change, supported by positive feedback and coaching
We also offer our Preventing Workplace Harassment & Discrimination course in the following versions:
- A global version with country-specific versions tailored to meet compliance requirements in the U.S., Canada, Australia, and India, with additional regions available upon request.
- A sensitive locations version, modified to align with local norms in regions where sensitivities to some content require changes.
- A streamlined U.S. version that simplifies complex training mandates, allowing learners to take a single course and select the location(s) where they work or manage. The intuitive platform also adapts dynamically to mandated time requirements, ensuring both flexibility and compliance.
- Industry-specific versions for retail, healthcare, and manufacturing and trade to ensure content reflects the realities of each workplace.
The Reality of Harassment and Discrimination
SHIFT can help you protect your employees, your customers, and your bottom line.
Global workers have experienced harassment or discrimination
Number of global workers who don't report discrimination
Women are twice as likely as men to experience sexual harassment at work
Course Details
| Format | Self-paced eLearning with interactive scenarios and reflection points Compliant with Equality Act 2010 |
| Duration | 30 Minutes |
| Languages | English and Spanish (others available upon request) |
| Certification | Instant certificate download |
| Accessibility | WCAG 2.1 AA compliant, screen-reader compatible, closed captions included |
| Flexible Delivery Options | SCORM-ready training, hosted by SHIFT or on your LMS |
| Customization | Turnkey branding options |
| White Glove Implementation | Dedicated Project Manager |
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Why SHIFT HR Compliance Training
Minimize your risk exposure with training built by top-rate employment law attorneys with deep expertise in state, federal, and global mandates.
Boost course completion and knowledge retention with engaging and interactive training designed by Subject Matter Experts.
Achieve lasting change with empathy-based training that shifts mindsets and behavior, with additional learning resources for reinforcement.
Stay protected against emerging risks with courses that evolve alongside shifting workplace challenges, new regulations, and timely issues.
The industries' most advanced customization makes it easy to tailor content to your brand, your people, and your policy, driving greater employee buy-in and organizational impact.
Save valuable time and resources with our dedicated support team, ensuring a smooth and seamless implementation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to consider when choosing the right Harassment & Discrimination Training Course for the UK
The Equality Act 2010 makes employers legally liable for workplace discrimination and harassment. Training and policies are strongly advised because they are often the deciding factor in whether an employer can defend itself in tribunal cases.
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) Code of Practice strongly recommends regular training for managers and staff.
Employment tribunals consider whether training was provided when deciding if an employer took “all reasonable steps” to prevent discrimination (a key legal defense).
So, while not mandated by law, training is effectively essential to reduce risk of liability.
Yes. SHIFT HR Compliance Training is fully adaptable, allowing organizations to tailor content to specific regions, industries, and workforce needs. Customization options include:
Turnkey Branding: Seamlessly incorporate your company’s logo, colors, and messaging to create a familiar and engaging learning environment.
Content Tailoring: Adjust scenarios, examples, and policies to reflect local regulations, industry norms, and real-world workplace situations.
Bespoke Development: Create unique content that mirrors your organizational culture and addresses the specific challenges your employees face.
This level of customization not only ensures compliance but also drives stronger employee engagement and retention. Training that feels relevant, practical, and aligned with your brand resonates more deeply with learners, boosting buy-in and fostering a culture of accountability, respect, and inclusion across your workforce.
Yes, all content is reviewed by legal experts in harassment and discrimination laws in the UK. In addition, SHIFT regularly reviews and updates all training materials to ensure they remain accurate, relevant, and aligned with current laws and best practices, so your employees always receive up-to-date guidance that supports compliance and reinforces a safe, respectful workplace.
Yes, the training can be customized to incorporate your company policies, code of conduct, or any other organizational guidelines. We work closely with clients to ensure the content reflects your specific culture, expectations, and regulatory requirements.
Even without mandates, training helps employees understand boundaries and encourages respectful behavior. It significantly reduces the likelihood of claims, conflict, and costly workplace issues. By being proactive, organizations create a safer environment and protect both their people and their reputation.
Training resonates when it’s relatable and grounded in real experiences. Showing how behaviors — big and small — affect others helps employees understand why these topics matter. Programs that offer simple, practical tools and reflect diverse viewpoints feel more trustworthy and applicable.
