Course Description
Wherever people interact at work there is a potential for violence, regardless of the job. This course helps frontline supervisors, workers and anyone else with an interest in workplace safety develop a clear understanding of what workplace violence is, the consequences of workplace violence and preventive measures that can be taken.
Topics include:
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Defining the scope of workplace violence, including harassment
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Risk factors of workplace violence
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Why workplace violence is an important issue
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How to reduce the risks
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Preventive measures
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What to do when involved in an incident of workplace violence
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Legal responsibilities of employers to prevent workplace violence
Upon completion of this course you will:
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Understand the complexity of workplace violence and harassment
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Identify incidents of workplace violence
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Know what occupations and jobs are at higher risk for violence
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Understand why workplace violence is such an important issue
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Know what to do if you are involved in or witness a violent situation
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Understand what the employer should do, including their legal responsibilities
Course Details
Format: e-Course
Duration: 1 hour
Language: English/French
Learn more and register here.
Note: when you click "Register", you will see the total amount that you would have to pay if you are not a Manitoba resident. During the "checkout" process, once you have confirmed that you are a Manitoba resident, the amount you see will be reduced to $0.
SAFE Work Manitoba covers the cost of this course through a partnership with the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS). Registration is limited to a total of 300 seats per company/organization inclusive of all CCOHS courses. Courses marked "free" are not part of this limitation.
