Beyond Compliance: Why POSH Committees Matter for Workplace Culture

The Legal Mandate

In India, the POSH Act (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) mandates that any organization with 10+ employees must have an Internal Committee (IC) to address complaints. Non-compliance carries heavy fines and, worse, the risk of business license cancellation. An HR audit for small companies will immediately flag this if it's missing.

A Culture of Safety

But viewing POSH as just a "compliance burden" is a mistake. It is a fundamental signal to your employees especially women that they are safe. A POSH Consultant helps you set up the committee correctly (which requires an external member), drafts the policy, and conducts the mandatory sensitization training. It is about building a workplace where talent wants to stay.

Risk Mitigation

If a complaint arises and you *don't* have a process, the legal and reputational fallout is catastrophic. An expert ensures that the process is fair, confidential, and legally robust, protecting both the employee and the organization. It is the kind of governance that distinguishes a mature company from a fly-by-night operation.