Is your organization legally compliant with workplace safety norms?
In India, the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act) is not just a guideline—it is strict law.
Crucially, every employer with 10 or more employees is legally mandated to constitute an Internal Committee (IC) to receive and redress complaints of sexual harassment. This requirement applies to all sectors, whether organized or unorganized.
Non-compliance is costly. Initial failures to constitute an IC can attract fines up to ₹50,000. Repeated offenses can lead to doubled penalties and even the cancellation of your business license or registration.
Employers must proactively create safe environments, and employees must be aware of their redressal mechanisms. Don't wait for a crisis to check your compliance status.
Seek professional legal counsel to ensure your organization meets these mandatory statutory requirements.
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