SOP for Implementation of the PoSH Act, 2013 – Tamil Nadu
Dear all,
Please find attached circular directing the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for implementation of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 across all establishments in Tamil Nadu.
Key Points
• Applicable to all workplaces—public, private, organized, and unorganized sectors.
• Covers physical and virtual work environments.
• Protection under the Act is limited to women; however, internal policies may extend protection to other genders.
• Internal Complaints Committees (ICC) must be established by all employers.
• Local Committees (LC) are constituted by District Collectors where ICCs are not applicable (e.g., unorganized sector).
• Minimum 50% of committee members must be women.
• Employers must submit annual reports by 31st January.
Complaint Redressal Process:
• Complaints must be submitted in writing within 3 months (extendable to 6 months).
• Committees must complete inquiries within 90 days.
• Reliefs include conciliation, interim protection, disciplinary action, and compensation.
• False complaints may attract penalties under Section 14 of the Act.
Penalties:
• Non-compliance may result in penalties up to ₹50,000; repeat offences may lead to higher fines and license cancellation.