POSH Act Practice Exam

The POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Act, 2013, was passed as an Act in India to prevent. and address sexual harassment of women in companies. The law ensures formation of an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) in the company for sexual harassment complaints as well as making the working environment for women safe and secure. The act defines sexual harassment, process to file complaints, and penalties for non-compliance.

Certification in POSH Act certifies your skills and knowledge of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment Act, 2013. This certification assess you in managing sexual harassment complaints, forming internal committees, sensitization programs, and compliance to the POSH.
Why is POSH Act certification important?

• Helps ensure compliance with the legal requirements of the POSH Act in organizations.
• Enhances the ability to handle complaints of sexual harassment in a professional manner.
• Promotes the creation of a safe and inclusive workplace environment.
• Provides knowledge on setting up and managing an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC).
• Equips professionals with the skills to conduct awareness and sensitization programs.
• Increases the credibility and competence of HR and compliance professionals.
• Ensures that organizations can prevent, address, and resolve incidents of sexual harassment.
• Enhances career prospects in HR, legal, and compliance departments.
• Demonstrates commitment to creating gender-neutral and harassment-free workplaces.

Who should take the POSH Act Exam?

• HR Manager
• Compliance Officer
• Legal Counsel/Advisor
• Gender Equality Officer
• Workplace Safety Officer
• Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) Members
• Employee Relations Manager
• Organizational Development Consultant
• Training and Development Manager
• Diversity and Inclusion Specialist

Skills Evaluated

Candidates taking the certification exam on the POSH Act is evaluated for the following skills:

• Understanding of the POSH Act’s provisions and legal framework.
• Knowledge of the role and responsibilities of an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC).
• Ability to investigate complaints of sexual harassment and take corrective actions.
• Understanding of sensitization and awareness programs related to sexual harassment.
• Familiarity with best practices for creating a harassment-free workplace.
• Ability to handle complaints confidentially and with impartiality.
• Knowledge of penalties and legal consequences for non-compliance with the POSH Act.
• Skills in conflict resolution and mediation in harassment-related issues.
• Understanding of the importance of organizational culture in preventing harassment.

POSH Act Certification Course Outline
The course outline for POSH Act certification is as below -

Domain 1. Overview of the POSH Act, 2013

• Definition of sexual harassment

• Applicability of the POSH Act

• Objectives and significance of the act

• Key provisions and amendments

Domain 2. Internal Complaints Committee (ICC)

• Formation and composition of the ICC

• Roles and responsibilities of the ICC

• Procedural steps for handling complaints

• Maintaining confidentiality in the investigation process

Domain 3. Complaint Handling

• Filing a complaint
  

• Investigation process
  

• Rights of the complainant and the accused

• ICC role

Domain 4. Awareness

• Training and awareness
  

• Sensitization programs

• Leadership
  

Domain 5. Penalties

• Legal framework
  

• Non-compliance
  

• Legal remedies
  

Domain 6. Gender Sensitivity

• Gender-neutral workplace

• Respect and inclusivity

• Unconscious biases