Preventing Harassment in the Workplace

is being presented by Marna Hayden, President, of Hayden Resources Inc. and airs on Tuesday, February 1st, 2011. For more details or to register, please visit our site at www.fxconferences.com

There is no room for any kind of harassment in the workplace today, and employers have both a moral and legal responsibility to shield employees from this intimidating behaviour. This audio conference presentation focuses on what is considered harassment and sexual harassment, reviewing the laws that protect employees from harassment and the recourses they have. The speaker looks at who is covered and discusses the two main kinds of sexual harassment in the workplace. The presentation includes sample policies and programs that work to prevent and address any situation that may be construed as harassment. It also covers the proper way to document events, investigations, and outcomes of incidents, as well as the tangible benefits of a harassment-free environment at work.

Complying with Employment Law When Interviewing & Hiring

is being presented by Marna Hayden, Founder and President, of Hayden Resources Inc. and airs on Thursday, December 2nd, 2010. For more details or to register, please visit our site at www.fxconferences.com

Hiring the right people is one of the most important jobs any human resources professional or manager does. From the entrance level recruiter to the seasoned professional in charge of executive hiring, this audio conference provides practical pointers on hiring best practices and pitfalls.

The presentation covers the interviewing and selection process from the perspective of compliance to applicable employment laws, and reviews each step. It covers what is allowed, what may be discriminatory, and what specific questions should not be asked in an employment interview. Our speaker also discusses how best to evaluate a candidate, how to measure what constitutes adverse impact in hiring, and how to legally conduct reference and background checks.