UK Discrimination in the Workplace (Update Available)


Overview/Description
Target Audience
Expected Duration
Lesson Objectives
Course Number
Expertise Level



Overview/Description
This course aims to increase your awareness and understanding of discrimination in the workplace – what it is, what it means and who its victims may be. You will become familiar with the different laws governing discrimination. You will also learn about categories of protected employees and the concepts of workplace discrimination. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by Gordon Dadds LLP. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Gordon Dadds LLP accepts no responsibility for their contents and the reliance on the contents is prohibited and at the user’s risk. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, a solicitor-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.

Target Audience
All managers, supervisors and employees

Expected Duration (hours)
1.0

Lesson Objectives

UK Discrimination in the Workplace (Update Available)

  • match forms of discrimination with the laws that make them illegal
  • differentiate between the different forms of discrimination that may occur in the workplace
  • recognise the benefits of discrimination awareness in the workplace
  • identify appropriate approaches to successfully deal with a person who is discriminating against you
  • identify the actions that should be taken if a claim of discrimination is made
  • recognise the benefits of successfully handling a grievance
  • recognise the consequences for employers who fail to deal with discrimination
  • identify the actions to take if a claim of discrimination is made against you
  • recognise the responsibilities of the employer in the prevention of discrimination in the workplace
  • recognise the components of a good anti-discrimination policy
  • Course Number:
    lchr_01_a44_lc_enuk

    Expertise Level
    Everyone