This course provides essential training on workplace violence prevention in compliance with California’s Senate Bill 553. Participants will learn how to recognize warning signs, de-escalate conflicts, report incidents, and contribute to a safer work environment.
Key Learning Points:
- Understanding workplace violence, including physical, verbal, and psychological threats.
- Identifying potential sources of violence, such as outside threats, internal conflicts, and commercial crime.
- Recognizing warning signs of aggressive behavior, including mood swings, defensiveness, and threats.
- Differentiating between veiled, conditional, and direct threats.
- The importance of reporting workplace violence incidents and following company procedures.
- Complying with California’s Workplace Violence Prevention Bill and employer safety policies.
- Handling active shooter situations and emergency response planning.
- De-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts peacefully.
- The role of training, recordkeeping, and hazard assessment in workplace violence prevention.
By the End of This Course, You Will Have Learned:
- How to recognize and report workplace violence and warning signs.
- Techniques for de-escalating conflicts and preventing violent incidents.
- The key components of a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan and your role in it.
- How to respond safely to violent threats, including active shooter situations.
- Legal and regulatory requirements for workplace violence prevention in California.
This course equips employees with the knowledge and tools needed to create a safer workplace, ensuring compliance with state laws and fostering a culture of awareness and prevention.