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Workplace Violence
Recognize warning signs of possible violent behaviorPreview the first lesson free — get full access to all 7 lessons.
Essential Provider : KnowledgeCity 7 Lessons · 14m in English
Course Description
The rising rates of workplace violence have led many employers to search for proper employee training solutions. No organization regardless of size is completely immune to workplace violence. This training course addresses how to safely address potentially violent situations. Topics discussed in the course include how to recognize the warning signs of possible violence, as well as how to defuse a dangerous situation.
What You'll Learn
- Recognize the warning signs of possible workplace violence
- Identify aggressive behavior and understand what constitutes violence
- Defuse and safely address potentially dangerous or violent situations
- Apply appropriate responses when dealing with violent behavior
- Review a workplace violence prevention policy example (Putnam County)
Key Takeaways
- No organization, regardless of size, is completely immune to workplace violence.
- Rising rates of workplace violence have led many employers to seek proper employee training solutions.
- The course teaches how to recognize warning signs of possible violence before a situation escalates.
- The course covers how to defuse a dangerous situation and safely address potentially violent encounters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course for?
It is intended for employers and employees seeking training on safely addressing potentially violent workplace situations, since no organization regardless of size is completely immune to workplace violence.
What topics does this course cover?
It covers what violence is, warning signs of possible violence, aggressive behavior, dealing with violent behavior, and a workplace prevention policy example, along with how to defuse a dangerous situation.
What skills will I gain from this course?
Skills include workplace safety, workplace violence prevention and response, recognizing a hostile work environment, aggression replacement training, and general safety training.
How is the course structured?
It is organized into lessons: Introduction, What is Violence, Warning Signs, Aggressive Behavior, Dealing with Violent Behavior, Review, and Putnam County - Workplace Prevention Policy.
