POSH Compliance Consultation is a specialized service that helps organizations comply with the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act, 2013. It ensures that workplaces are safe, inclusive, and legally compliant by implementing policies to prevent, address, and resolve sexual harassment complaints. This consultation assists businesses in setting up an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), conducting employee training, and establishing a transparent grievance redressal system.
POSH Compliance Consultation is a specialized service that helps organizations comply with the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act, 2013. It ensures that workplaces are safe, inclusive, and legally compliant by implementing policies to prevent, address, and resolve sexual harassment complaints. This consultation assists businesses in setting up an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), conducting employee training, and establishing a transparent grievance redressal system.
Reviewing existing workplace policies to check for POSH Act compliance.
Identifying gaps in implementation and recommending improvements.
Creating or updating a comprehensive Anti-Sexual Harassment Policy as per legal requirements.
Ensuring clear guidelines for reporting, investigating, and addressing complaints.
Assisting in setting up an ICC, including the appointment of an external member.
Training ICC members on handling complaints professionally and confidentially.
Conducting POSH training sessions for employees and leadership teams.
Educating staff on their rights, responsibilities, and complaint redressal mechanisms.
Conducting annual POSH compliance audits to ensure adherence to legal standards.
Assisting in filing mandatory compliance reports with authorities.
1. Is POSH compliance mandatory for all businesses?
Yes, all organizations with 10 or more employees must comply with the POSH Act.
2. What is the role of the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC)?
The ICC handles sexual harassment complaints, conducts investigations, and recommends corrective actions.
3. How often should POSH training be conducted?
It is recommended to conduct annual training for all employees and ICC members.
4. What happens if a company does not comply with the POSH Act?
Non-compliance can result in legal penalties, fines up to ₹50,000, and reputational damage.
5. Can a third party provide POSH compliance consultation?
Yes, organizations can engage external POSH consultants for policy drafting, training, and compliance audits.
Disclaimer: The information provided on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Procedures, benefits, and outcomes may vary depending on the applicable laws of each state, and responses to frequently asked questions may differ based on individual circumstances.
1. Is POSH compliance mandatory for all businesses?
Yes, all organizations with 10 or more employees must comply with the POSH Act.
2. What is the role of the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC)?
The ICC handles sexual harassment complaints, conducts investigations, and recommends corrective actions.
3. How often should POSH training be conducted?
It is recommended to conduct annual training for all employees and ICC members.
4. What happens if a company does not comply with the POSH Act?
Non-compliance can result in legal penalties, fines up to ₹50,000, and reputational damage.
5. Can a third party provide POSH compliance consultation?
Yes, organizations can engage external POSH consultants for policy drafting, training, and compliance audits.
Disclaimer: The information provided on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Procedures, benefits, and outcomes may vary depending on the applicable laws of each state, and responses to frequently asked questions may differ based on individual circumstances.
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