Labor Standards and Human Rights in the Workplace Training Course

Module 1: Introduction to Labor Standards and Human Rights

• The business case for ethical labor practices.
• The foundations: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the UN Guiding Principles.
• The role of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and its conventions.
• The link between labor standards and ESG.
• Practical session: A group discussion on a recent news story involving labor rights.

Module 2: Core Labor Standards and Their Application

• Freedom of association and collective bargaining.
• Non-discrimination and equal opportunity.
• The abolition of forced and compulsory labor.
• The elimination of child labor.
• Practical session: Identifying potential violations of core labor standards in a given scenario.

Module 3: Human Rights in the Workplace

• Defining human rights in the corporate context.
• Understanding key human rights issues: fair wages, working hours, and privacy.
• The importance of a human rights policy.
• Respecting the rights of migrant workers and contract labor.
• Practical session: Drafting a human rights policy for a fictional company.

Module 4: Due Diligence and Risk Assessment

• What is human rights due diligence and why is it crucial?
• The steps of a human rights risk assessment.
• Identifying and prioritizing salient human rights issues.
• The importance of continuous monitoring.
• Practical session: A hands-on exercise to conduct a human rights risk assessment.

Module 5: Responsible Supply Chain Management

• The importance of supply chain transparency.
• Tools and strategies for responsible sourcing.
• Engaging suppliers and building capacity.
• The role of third-party audits and certifications.
• Practical session: A case study analysis of a supply chain risk.

Module 6: Workplace Health, Safety, and Well-being

• The legal and ethical obligations for worker health and safety.
• Implementing a robust health and safety management system.
• The importance of employee well-being and mental health.
• Preparing for and responding to workplace accidents.
• Practical session: Developing a health and safety checklist for a factory.

Module 7: Fair Wages and Working Hours

• Understanding the concept of a living wage.
• Calculating fair wages and the link to productivity.
• The importance of managing working hours and overtime.
• The business case for fair wages.
• Practical session: A simple exercise to calculate a living wage in a given context.

Module 8: Combating Modern Slavery and Child Labor

• The legal and ethical context of modern slavery.
• Identifying and preventing child labor in the supply chain.
• The role of government and NGOs in prevention.
• Implementing a zero-tolerance policy.
• Practical session: A discussion on red flags for modern slavery in a supply chain.

Module 9: Reporting and Communication

• The importance of transparent and credible reporting.
• Key reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, UN Global Compact).
• Communicating human rights performance to stakeholders.
• The risks of "social washing" and how to avoid them.
• Practical session: Drafting a statement on a human rights commitment.

Module 10: Final Project and Action Planning

• Consolidating all learnings into a final, comprehensive project.
• Developing a detailed action plan for a human rights program.
• Presenting your strategic plan to a peer group for feedback.
• Final Q&A and course wrap-up.
• Practical session: Final project presentation and strategic plan review.

Requirements:

• Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
• Applicants must live up to Phoenix Training Center admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.

Or call us on +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

1. Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Armstrong Global Training & Development Center Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

3. No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Tailor Made Courses

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588