# POSH Awareness: Women Safety & Workplace Boundaries
> Learn about the POSH Act 2013, sexual harassment prevention, the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), and how to report misconduct using the SHe-BOX portal.

Tags: posh-awareness, women-safety, workplace-ethics, legal-compliance, icc-committee, she-box, hr-training
## Understanding Boundaries at Work
* Overview of Women Safety and POSH Awareness conducted by Srutisma Hazarika.

## What is POSH?
* Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
* Provides a system to report and address harassment at all workplaces.

## Coverage of the Act
* **Who is covered:** Permanent and contractual employees, daily wagers, trainees, consultants, and visitors.
* **Workplaces:** Office premises, work travel, offsites, employer transport, and virtual/digital workspaces.

## Defining Sexual Harassment
* Key distinction: Physical, verbal, or non-verbal conduct that is 'Unwelcome'.
* **What is NOT harassment:** Professional criticism, performance feedback, and consensual relationships.

## Hospitality & Special Environments
* Highlights unique risks in guest interaction, vendor relations, and late shifts.

## Reporting and Redressal
* **Internal Complaints Committee (ICC):** Mandatory for organisations with 10+ employees; conducts fair inquiries.
* **SHe-BOX Portal:** A Ministry of Women & Child Development initiative for online complaint registration (shebox.wcd.gov.in).
* **Local Committees:** Available for the unorganised sector or through police filing.

## Action Steps for Employees
* Prioritise safety, speak up early, and maintain confidentiality while reaching out to HR or IC members.
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