HR Hot Topic: Handling Workplace Violence

$45.00

Conflict is inevitable in every workplace environment but can typically be resolved with strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills. However, there are times when conflict escalates to a level that puts a worker's well-being or safety at risk. Such dangerous conflict can have devastating effects on an organization, dissolving its focus and resources and even causing it to shut down operations completely. This course will explore the causes and signs of violence in the workplace and will provide tips on how to diffuse dangerous behavior and restore a positive, safe workplace environment.

Conflict is inevitable in every workplace environment but can typically be resolved with strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills. However, there are times when conflict escalates to a level that puts a worker's well-being or safety at risk. Such dangerous conflict can have devastating effects on an organization, dissolving its focus and resources and even causing it to shut down operations completely. This course will explore the causes and signs of violence in the workplace and will provide tips on how to diffuse dangerous behavior and restore a positive, safe workplace environment.

Credits

  • 1.5 HRCI Credits

  • 1.5 SHRM PDCs

  • 2 ATD CI Credits

Learning Outcomes

  • Define workplace violence

  • Identify the warning signs of violent behavior

  • Explain the causes of violence in the workplace

  • Describe strategies for resolving dangerous conflict

  • Discuss the role of emotions in people's behavior

  • Identifying bullying behavior and address its presence in the workplace

  • Explain ways to prevent and deal with assault and sexual harassment in the workplace

  • Describe ways to handle active shooter and hostage situations

Accreditations

Estimated Time to Complete: 1.5 hours

Access Time: 90 days

Refund Policy

You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of each course has been completed. Course completion can be viewed from within the course platform.