Overview
- Maine employers are required to have sexual harassment education and training information provided.
- New poster requirement included for 2025
- Poster Update Log: Maine Labor Law Posters
What Changed
As part of Maine’s ongoing commitment to workplace safety and equality, a 2025 update now requires employers to display updated information regarding Sexual Harassment Education and Training. Title 26 M.R.S.A. §807 mandates training requirements for employers with 15 or more employees and includes updated compliance guidance issued by the Maine Department of Labor.
Key Details Included in the Notice
- Employers with 15 or more employees must provide sexual harassment education and training to all new employees within one year of hire.
- Supervisory and managerial employees must receive additional training covering: Specific responsibilities for addressing harassment and steps to ensure appropriate corrective action
- Brief overview of unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that interferes with an individual’s work environment.
Implications for Employers in Maine
Employers should review and update their workplace policies and training programs to align with these requirements. The new poster should be displayed prominently in the workplace and included onboarding materials for new hires.
Where can I find more information?
- All In One Poster Company is the leading provider of labor law and safety posters for all 50 states in the USA. Our website: https://www.allinoneposters.com
- Poster Update Log: Maine Labor Law Posters
- Shield against sudden labor law changes—choose our Compliance Plan.
- Maine Bureau of Labor Standards: Maine Department of Labor
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