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Violence in the Workplace: Awareness

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Violence in the Workplace: Awareness
$39.00
  • Level Beginner
  • Duration 3.5 Hours
  • Lectures 23 Lessons
  • Language English
  • Access 1 Year

Material Includes

Course overview

Workplace incidents, harassment, and aggressive behaviour can damage employee wellbeing, reduce productivity, and expose organisations to legal risk. Many employers and workers lack clear knowledge of Violence in the Workplace and how to prevent it effectively.

This course provides structured awareness of Workplace violence, including definitions, types, behavioural warning signs, legal requirements in Canada, and organisational responsibilities. Learners gain clarity on reporting procedures, prevention programmes, and incident response protocols.

By completing this training, participants strengthen their ability to recognise risks early, respond appropriately, and support recovery processes. The result is a safer, more respectful Workplace culture built on accountability, compliance, and proactive prevention.

Key topics included

  • Understanding Violence in the Workplace and its classifications

  • Impacts of Workplace violence on individuals and organisations

  • Risk factors, warning signs, and behavioural indicators

  • Legal requirements and employer responsibilities in Canada

  • Reporting procedures, prevention programmes, and policy frameworks

  • Incident response, recovery planning, and culture development

Entry requirements

  • There are no formal prerequisites for this course. It is suitable for employees, supervisors, and managers at all levels. A basic ability to read and understand workplace policies is recommended.

Who is this course for

This course is designed for employers, supervisors, HR professionals, and employees across all industries who want to strengthen Workplace safety. It is especially valuable for organisations operating in regulated environments, high-contact roles, healthcare, retail, public services, and corporate settings where Violence in the Workplace risks must be managed effectively.

Certification

Certificate

Curriculum

23 Lessons 3.5 Hours
  • Violence in the Workplace: Awareness and Prevention Mock Exam
  • Violence in the Workplace: Awareness and Prevention Final Exam

Frequently Asked Questions

This course is suitable for employees, supervisors, managers, and HR professionals across all sectors. It is particularly important for organisations that must comply with Canadian Workplace safety legislation and manage Violence in the Workplace risks.
You will learn to identify types of Workplace violence, recognise behavioural warning signs, understand legal obligations, and apply prevention and response strategies. The course strengthens your ability to support a safe and respectful Workplace.
The training outlines risk factors, reporting systems, and prevention programmes. It also explains employer and worker responsibilities, helping organisations create structured policies that reduce incidents and legal exposure.
Yes. The course includes an overview of Canadian legislation related to Violence in the Workplace, including employer duties, worker rights, and required training and prevention measures.
Yes. Upon successful completion, learners receive a certificate confirming their awareness training in Violence in the Workplace. This can support compliance records and demonstrate commitment to Workplace safety initiatives.