o the problem remains. Statistics have shown that in the Supreme Court one-third of the people has been a victim of some form of sexual harassment. A member of Congress harassed one in nine of these persons! 42% of women and 15% of men in the federal government have reported sexual harassment. Do you think our government does a great job of covering up things?It is estimated that nine out of ten women will be victims of sexual advances at work. The courts are making it easier to hold a company liable for any sexual harassment behavior that occurs within the workplace. The employer does not even need to know that the sexual harassment is taking place for an employee to file a suit and win. It is almost impossible to find a “solution” or “magic key” that will end the problem. There is no guarantee that anything will prevent sexual harassment from happening. There are only suggestions that might help in depleting the problem.Developing an effective policy against sexual harassment is a must for any business. Everyone in the company should become aware of this policy. It should include a statement stating that sexual harassment will not be tolerated at any level of employment. A procedure should be included as to how to report claims of sexual harassment. The plan needs to also contain penalties for violators and protection for the victims. Employers should raise the subject, express strong disapproval, inform employees of their rights to raise the issue, and develop methods to sensitize all concerned.All policies are bound to fail if a company does not enforce them quickly, consistently, and aggressively. Members of management must take sexual harassment very seriously. Employees look up to management and if they see them joking about sexual harassment then they will too. Once a complaint if brought forward it is necessary for the business to be prompt and confidential in the investigation into the i...
