Rhode Island§ 28-51

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RI § 28-51

Scenario prompt

A coworker repeatedly sends inappropriate messages to a colleague after work hours using a company communication channel. As the manager, what steps do you take?

Bystander Intervention83

Reporting Protocol86

Prompt Escalation87

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THE REQUIREMENT

Rhode Island General Laws § 28-51 at a glance.

Rhode Island General Laws § 28-51-3 encourages employers with 50 or more employees to provide sexual harassment prevention training to new employees within one year of hire.

Employer obligationsVerified

Who must complyEmployers with 50 or more employees in Rhode Island

Who is coveredAll employees, including part-time, seasonal, and supervisory workers

New hire deadlineWithin 1 year of date of hire

RetrainingNo statutory retraining cadence. RICHR recommends periodic refresher training.

Training requirementsVerified

Format requiredNo format mandated by statute. EEOC and RICHR guidance recommends training that includes examples and interactive engagement. AWI Training exceeds this through Zee-Bot scenarios and post-module quizzes.

Content standardsShould cover topics under R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-51-3

Written policyEmployers with 50+ employees must adopt and distribute a written sexual harassment prevention policy under § 28-51-2.

Source: Rhode Island Commission for Human Rights (richr.ri.gov); R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-51-3. Requirements verified as of 2025.

WHAT THE LAW REQUIRES

Topics your Rhode Island training should cover.

Under R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-51-3 and Rhode Island Commission for Human Rights guidance, sexual harassment prevention training should address the following areas.

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Description of sexual harassment using examples

Rhode Island law recommends training to include a description of sexual harassment using examples of conduct that constitutes harassment.

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Illegality of sexual harassment

A statement that sexual harassment is illegal under Rhode Island law (FEPA) and federal law (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964).

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Types of sexual harassment

Explanation of quid pro quo harassment and hostile work environment harassment, with examples illustrating each type.

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Internal complaint process

The employer's internal mechanism for reporting sexual harassment, who to contact, and confidentiality protections for complainants.

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Legal remedies and the RICHR complaint process

How to file a complaint with the Rhode Island Commission for Human Rights and the EEOC, including applicable timelines and available remedies.

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Prohibition on retaliation

Legal protections for employees who report harassment, file a complaint, or participate in any investigation.

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Supervisor obligations

The specific responsibilities of supervisors to respond to, report, and help prevent sexual harassment within their teams.

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Prevention and respectful workplace practices

Practical strategies for preventing harassment and maintaining a respectful workplace for all employees.

Note: AWI Training satisfies Rhode Island's interactive training requirement through Zee-Bot scenario-based assessments and an interactive quiz after each video training module. Both mechanisms require active participation and produce scored records that support RICHR compliance documentation.

AUDIT READINESS

A record your compliance team can actually use.

AWI Training does not just prove training occurred. It assesses each employee to reveal their training needs and how they grow post-training.

Timestamped per-employee record with assessment date

Scored across 12 competencies, not pass/fail

Exportable as PDF for legal holds and audits

Retraining records maintained per-employee

Assessment complete

AWI Compliance Record

M. Thompson · Customer Service Lead · June 1, 2026 RI § 28-51

83Overall

Overall Score All-staff curriculum Next retraining: Periodic (RICHR-recommended)

Harassment Prevention

Bystander Intervention

28/33

Reporting Protocol

26/33

Prompt Escalation

29/33

High 25-33

Medium 16-24

Low 1-15

AWI engine scored · (Sample Data and Illustrations)↓ PDF export

PRICING SNAPSHOT

Rhode Island § 28-51 compliance covered at every scale.

AWI Training includes Rhode Island sexual harassment prevention modules across all plans. All plans support annual training delivery and timestamped completion records for RICHR audit readiness.

Core

$29.99 /learner

50 learners · 1 admin

✓15 video training modules

✓Pre and Post Assessments

✓100+ behavioral metrics, AWI scoring

✓Tailored learning paths

✓Timestamped per-employee records

Frequently asked questions

Which Rhode Island employers must provide sexual harassment training?
Rhode Island General Laws § 28-51-3 encourages employers with 50 or more employees to provide sexual harassment prevention training to all employees.
What is the training timeline under Rhode Island § 28-51-3?
Rhode Island § 28-51-3 encourages employers with 50 or more employees to provide sexual harassment prevention training to new employees within 1 year of hire, and encourages supplemental training for new supervisors within 1 year of assuming supervisory responsibilities. The statute does not impose an annual retraining requirement — RICHR recommends periodic refresher training as a best practice, but no specific retraining interval is set by law.
How does AWI Training align with Rhode Island RICHR recommended training standards?
Rhode Island § 28-51-3 does not mandate a specific training format. However, EEOC guidance and RICHR materials emphasize training that uses concrete examples and engages employees with the material. AWI Training exceeds these recommendations through Zee-Bot scenario-based assessments and an interactive quiz after each video training module — both require active participation and produce a scored behavioral record, creating a strong documentation foundation even where state law does not require training.
What topics must Rhode Island sexual harassment training cover?
Rhode Island law recommends training to include: a description of sexual harassment using examples, the illegality of sexual harassment under Rhode Island and federal law, the legal remedies available to victims, the employer's internal complaint process, and the right to file a complaint with the Rhode Island Commission for Human Rights.
Does Rhode Island address supervisor training separately?
Yes. Rhode Island § 28-51-3 specifically encourages supplemental training for new supervisors covering their specific responsibilities, reporting obligations, and corrective action procedures — within 1 year of assuming supervisory responsibilities. This supervisor-specific content is a distinct part of the legislative guidance under § 28-51-3. AWI Training's platform supports both the standard employee curriculum and a supervisor track covering reporting and response obligations.
Does Rhode Island require a written sexual harassment prevention policy?
Yes. Rhode Island law also requires covered employers to adopt and distribute a written sexual harassment prevention policy that includes a description of sexual harassment, the complaint process, and a statement that retaliation against complainants is prohibited.

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This page provides general information about Rhode Island § 28-51 sexual harassment prevention training requirements. It is not legal advice. Requirements change. Verify current obligations with qualified legal counsel before making compliance decisions. Source data verified against the Rhode Island Commission for Human Rights (richr.ri.gov).

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