POSH Compliance & Workplace Safety
Statutory legal training, Internal Committee (IC) capacity building, and institutional compliance solutions under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013.
POSH Act, 2013 & Rules
Mandates every employer with 10+ employees to constitute an Internal Committee (IC) and conduct regular sensitisation.
Aureliano Fernandes Directives
Supreme Court warned management and boards of personal liability and heavy punitive consequences for non-functioning ICs.
₹50,000 Fine & License Revocation
Initial fine up to ₹50,000; repeat non-compliance leads to doubling of penalty and cancellation of operational/business licenses.
Target Sector Solutions
Workplace realities differ drastically across industries. NLST delivers bespoke, context-aware modules designed for the unique operational dynamics of your sector.
Corporate & Commercial Offices
Safeguarding high-velocity corporate cultures across remote, hybrid, and physical work setups:
- Digital harassment guidelines for Slack, Zoom, WhatsApp & offsite travel.
- Executive & manager sensitisation on subtle power dynamics & unconscious bias.
- Director’s Report disclosures under Section 134(3) of Companies Act, 2013.
Healthcare & Medical Centers
Protecting resident doctors, nursing professionals, paramedical staff, and hospital administrators:
- 24/7 rotating night shift safety protocols & secure duty-room access.
- Third-party harassment SOPs against patient attendants, visitors & vendors.
- Trauma-informed, confidential IC inquiry handling to protect patient care reputation.
Educational Institutions
Integrated compliance harmonizing POSH Act 2013, UGC 2015 Regulations, and child safety laws:
- Coverage for faculties, non-teaching staff, research scholars & students.
- Harmonized alignment with UGC Higher Education Regulations (2015) & AICTE guidelines.
- Intersection with POCSO Act (2012) compliance for secondary and senior schools.
Our POSH Services for Organisations
Practical, legally sound solutions that shield your leadership from legal exposure while cultivating a culture of dignity and trust.
Employee Awareness Sessions
Highly interactive, case-based and practical workshops (online/offline) for all employees to recognize boundaries, consent, and reporting channels.
Internal Committee (IC) Orientation
Detailed masterclasses on IC roles, inquiry timelines (90-day closure, 10-day report), conciliation rules, principles of natural justice, and report writing.
POSH Policy Drafting & Review
Development or legal vetting of your custom POSH policy, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), display notices, and employee handbook clauses.
External IC Member Empanelment
Providing qualified, independent High Court advocates and senior gender experts to serve as your mandatory statutory External Member under Section 4(2)(c).
Complaint Handling & Documentation
Continuous legal handholding during active complaints — drafting notice of inquiry, witness examinations, evidence assessment, and inquiry findings.
Management & HR Sensitisation
Executive leadership briefings for CXOs and HR leaders on mitigating vicarious employer liability, bystander interventions, and zero-tolerance culture.
Annual Refresher & Statutory Compliance Filings
Periodic refresher training, audit of compliance documentation, and preparation of the mandatory Annual Return filed with the District Officer (Local Committee) before January 31st each year.
Engagement Options
Choose the engagement tier that best matches your organization’s size, structure, and statutory compliance timeline.
Awareness Package
Essential employee sensitisation sessions fulfilling the statutory annual employee awareness mandate.
- ✓ Interactive employee workshops (virtual / on-site)
- ✓ Real-life case scenarios & myth-busting
- ✓ Digital summary guide & dos and don'ts
- ✓ Certificates of participation for attendees
IC Training Package
Rigorous capacity-building for Internal Committee members, HR managers, and senior grievance handlers.
- ✓ Step-by-step inquiry simulation & mock hearing
- ✓ Evidence evaluation & natural justice checklist
- ✓ Drafting legally sound inquiry reports
- ✓ Handling cross-examination & interim reliefs
- ✓ Post-training query support for 60 days
Comprehensive POSH Support
End-to-end statutory governance, External IC Member empanelment, and annual compliance filings.
- ✓ Full POSH policy drafting & custom SOPs
- ✓ Provision of Independent External IC Member
- ✓ Employee & IC training sessions throughout the year
- ✓ Priority legal advisory on active grievances
- ✓ Annual District Officer return filing audit
Official Proposal Materials
Click to inspect our official Nari Nyaya Mission proposals, syllabus breakdown, and statutory engagement documents in high resolution.
Nari Nyaya Mission • POSH Compliance & Workplace Safety
Statutory legal foundation, institutional applicability (10+ employees), and 6 core compliance pillars for modern workplaces.
Institutional Engagement Proposal & Curriculum
Complete syllabus breakdown for Awareness Package, IC Training Package, Comprehensive Retainers, and model policy drafting deliverables.
Why Partner With NLST?
Unlike generic HR training agencies, Noida Legal Service Trust brings the weight of active High Court advocates, judicial integrity, and deep courtroom understanding to your workplace safety mandate.
Practicing Advocates & Legal Experts
Sessions are curated and delivered by legal counsel who handle labor, civil, and constitutional litigation daily.
Practical, Case-Law Driven Learning
No dry lectures. We dissect landmark Supreme Court and High Court precedents, exploring grey areas with interactive simulations.
Bulletproof Confidentiality & Documentation
All documentation, advisory notes, and inquiry guidance are treated with strict judicial confidentiality and privilege.
Institutional Outcomes
100% Statutory Compliance
Zero risk of fines, director disqualifications, or regulatory audit objections.
Empowered, Confident IC
Equipped to resolve complex grievances with procedural fairness, natural justice, and empathy.
Talent Retention & Psychological Safety
A secure, respectful workplace attracts top female professionals, researchers, and physicians.
Brand & Institutional Reputation
Mitigates public relations damage, social media fallout, and litigation costs.
Request a Customized POSH Proposal
Tailored for Corporates, Hospitals, Schools, Colleges, and Non-Profits under the POSH Act, 2013.
Frequently Asked Questions
Key questions on POSH Act applicability, Internal Committee constitution, and employer obligations.
1. Is POSH compliance mandatory for our company or hospital?
Yes. Under Section 4 of the POSH Act, 2013, any workplace with 10 or more employees (including full-time, contractual, interns, trainees, or visiting staff) is legally required to constitute an Internal Committee (IC) and conduct regular awareness sessions.
2. Who must be appointed to the Internal Committee (IC)?
The IC must consist of: (a) A Presiding Officer who is a senior woman employee; (b) At least two employee members committed to women’s rights or legal understanding; and (c) One External Member from an NGO or legal association familiar with sexual harassment issues. At least 50% of total IC members must be women.
3. What is the role of an External IC Member, and can NLST provide one?
The External Member prevents organizational bias, ensures unbiased proceedings, and guarantees compliance with natural justice. NLST regularly empanels experienced advocates and social jurists to serve as statutory External Members for corporates, hospitals, and educational institutions.
4. What is the statutory timeline for completing an IC inquiry?
The IC must complete its formal inquiry within 90 days from the date of the written complaint. The final inquiry report must be submitted to the Employer and District Officer within 10 days of inquiry completion, and the Employer must implement recommendations within 60 days.
5. Does the POSH Act apply to remote/work-from-home (WFH) employees?
Yes. The POSH Act defines an 'extended workplace', which legally encompasses home workstations, communication platforms (Slack, Zoom, WhatsApp, Email), client sites, and transportation provided by the employer. Digital harassment is fully actionable under the Act.
Empower Your Workplace with POSH Compliance
Connect with NLST's Nari Nyaya Mission team to schedule an employee workshop, train your Internal Committee, or empanel an External Member.