Lesson details
WARNING: THIS LESSON CONTAINS REFERENCES SOME VIEWERS MAY FIND DISTRESSING. These include references to violence, and threats. If you need support at any time, please contact a colleague, manager, or find a phone or online helpline near you.
Did you know - every year, over 2 million workers report being victims of workplace violence? And that's just the reported cases. Your safety matters. You're entitled to a safe work environment where you feel secure and supported.
In this online lesson about workplace violence, you'll learn what workplace violence is and why it matters. You'll also learn how to recognize warning signs, and how to report incidents.
What you'll learn in this lesson, Recognizing workplace violence
- What workplace violence is and its various forms, from verbal threats to physical aggression
- How to recognize the early warning signs of escalating situations to prevent violence before it occurs
- Steps to respond to and report incidents of workplace violence