Violence in the Workplace: Recognize the Risk and Take Action
Violence in the Workplace: Recognize the Risk and Take Action Wherever people interact at work there is a potential for violence, regardless of the job. This course helps front-line supervisors, workers and anyone with an interest in workplace safety to develop a clear understanding of workplace violence, the consequences and preventative measures that can be taken. Topics include: Defining the scope of workplace violence, including harassment. Risk factors for workplace violence. Why workplace violence is an important issue. How to reduce the risks of workplace violence. Preventative measures. What to do when you’re involved in an incident of workplace violence. Legal responsibilities of employers to prevent workplace violence. Upon completion of this course, you will: Understand the complexity of workplace violence and harassment. Be able to identify incidents of workplace violence. Know which occupations and jobs have the potential for more violence. Understand why workplace [...]