[Labor Attorney Insight] Recruitment Harassment Prevention Measures Legislation Effective Oct 2026: Why Business Owners and Executives Need Caution

The Crea Human Resources Development Association (Headquarters: Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Yasuhiro Sakai) has released a video explaining the necessary measures and precautions for companies ahead of the 'Recruitment Harassment Prevention Measures' set to take effect in October 2026. Additionally, the association will hold individual interviews for the media on Friday, May 29, 2026.

From October 2026, legislation to prevent 'recruitment harassment' against job seekers is scheduled to take effect. The newly indicated 'Guidelines for Measures to be Taken in Employment Management' identify not only interviewers but also 'business owners and executives' as potential parties responsible for sexual conduct. Preventing recruitment harassment cannot be left solely to staff members; it requires thorough prevention across the entire company, particularly involving top management.

Summary Video of the Seminar

A summary version of the seminar is now available on YouTube for media representatives and corporate personnel, allowing quick understanding of the system's outline and key points.

For Media: Overview of Individual Q&A Session

Our association's specialized labor attorney will directly answer questions about the background of this issue and specific simulation scenarios that could not be fully covered in the video.

Date & Time: Friday, May 29, 2026, from 12:00 PM (Flexible upon request) Format: Phone or online (both available) Target: Media and press personnel Cost: Free Registration: Please contact the secretariat at [email protected].

Addressing Your Questions: - What is the 'Recruitment Harassment Prevention Measures' system scheduled for October 2026? - What do the 'Guidelines for Employment Management' require of companies? - Why are business owners and executives specifically targeted alongside interviewers? - Why is training only the HR staff insufficient? - What are the key points for ensuring prevention across the whole company, especially for management? - How should 'Koyo Clean Planners' prepare now?

Lecturer Profile Jun Ono Certified Social Insurance Labor Consultant. Has led over 400 harassment and labor relations training sessions at corporations and educational institutions. Renowned for practical lectures focusing on implementing laws in real-world scenarios, and serves as a supervisor and instructor for the 'Koyo Clean Planner' qualification.

About the Crea Human Resources Development Association Established in 2023 as a group company of SA Corp., the association specializes in certification and training businesses focused on employment, labor, and harassment prevention. Over 750 individuals nationwide have earned the 'Koyo Clean Planner' qualification and are active in corporations, municipalities, and educational settings.