Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
885
Course Name
Workplace Security
Contact Hours
7.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Pennsylvania Rural Water Association
Primary Contact
Joel Jordan
jjordan@prwa.com
8143539302 Ext. 201
Website
Description
Workplace violence is violence or the threat of violence against workers. It can occur at or outside the workplace and range from threats and verbal abuse to physical assults and homicide. Workplace violence however it occurs is a growing concern for employers and employees.
Violence in the workplace is a serious safety and health issue. Its most extreme form, homicide, is the third-leading cause of fatal occupational injury in the United States according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI).
This course will explore the conditions that may contribute to workplace violence and offer programs and policies to help prevent a tragic situation before it occurs.
Course Level
Basic thru Intermediate
Course Content
* Workplace Security - No Workplace is Immune
* Why is it Important?
* What is Workplace Violence
* Why and What (Causes)
* Steps Toward Prevention
* Policies & Programs
* First Aid & Medical Emergencies
* Review / Exam
Target Audience
Operators, Managers, Office Personnel
Training Format
Classroom