What are some examples of “Hostile Environment harassment?
A. Hostile Environment harassment can be created by anyone in the work environment, supervisors, other employees or customers. Hostile environment harassment of a sexual nature, unwelcome sexual materials, or even unwelcome physical contact in the work environment. Cartoons or posters of a sexual nature, vulgar or lewd conduct, unwanted touching or fondling all fall into this category. However, this type of conduct must occur on a regular basis.