📚 Guide by Safety Mom · Allstar Enviro Safety — The Workplace Violence Awareness And Prevention Canada is an online workplace safety course delivered by Safety Mom · Allstar Enviro Safety, Calgary’s Energy Safety Canada Authorized Training Provider. Self-paced, mobile-friendly, same-day certificate upon exam completion. Available across Canada.
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WORKPLACE VIOLENCE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION (CANADA)
Many incidents can be prevented if a workforce is knowledgeable, watchful, and committed to creating a safe workplace community. This straight-talking, information-packed, practical and personal Workplace Violence Awareness and Prevention online course will provide the information needed to build the necessary community within your organization.
Following the presentation of key information, learners will watch a riveting, realistic scene in which a troubled male employee, who has alarmed his co-workers, is confronted by his female supervisor. She does some things right — and some things crucially wrong. Each scene is explored, issue by issue, to drive home the message that awareness is critical and to detail the steps for prevention and response. This course is ideal for both supervisors and employees.
WORKPLACE VIOLENCE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION (CANADA) COURSE TOPICS
- What is workplace violence?
- Types of workplace violence
- High risk employment
- Common obstacles to taking action
- Warning signs
- Violence prevention tips
- Supervisor action items
- Tips for preventing escalation
- Incident Prevention
WORKPLACE VIOLENCE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION (CANADA) ONLINE COURSE DURATION: Approximately 45 minutes
WORKPLACE VIOLENCE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION (CANADA) TEST: Testing conducted throughout this online Workplace Violence Awareness and Prevention (Canada) course is designed to reinforce the information presented. A mark of 80% must be achieved in order to receive a certificate of completion. Participants are able to repeat the course twice if the pass mark is not achieved. Supplemental materials necessary to complete this course can be accessed online.
WORKPLACE VIOLENCE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION (CANADA) ONLINE CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION:Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available to download and print.
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WORKPLACE VIOLENCE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION (CANADA) ONLINE COURSE PREVIEW
Additional Safety Knowledge
Alberta OHS Requirements for Psychological Workplace Safety
Since 2018, Alberta has required employers to address workplace violence, harassment, and psychological hazards as part of their overall occupational health and safety program. Employers must develop policies, procedures, and training addressing bullying, harassment, workplace violence, and threats. Workers have the right to refuse work they reasonably believe would expose them to violence or harassment.
The Business Case for Workplace Wellness
- Untreated workplace stress costs Canadian employers an estimated $16–$50 billion annually in lost productivity, absenteeism, and turnover.
- Workplaces with strong psychological health programs report 25–40% lower turnover in high-demand industries.
- The National Standard of Canada for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace (CAN/CSA-Z1003) provides a voluntary framework used by leading Canadian employers.
- Mental Health Commission of Canada research shows every $1 invested in workplace mental health returns $1.60–$4.20 in productivity gains.
Supervisor Responsibilities
Alberta OHS Section 6 places specific responsibilities on supervisors: take all reasonable steps to protect workers under their supervision, ensure workers use required PPE, comply with the OHS Act and Code, and cooperate with joint health and safety committees. Supervisors are personally liable for OHS violations occurring under their supervision. Training in supervisory duties, hazard identification, incident investigation, and workplace investigations is essential.
Workplace Violence Awareness And Prevention Canada — Building a Positive Workplace
Practical elements of a healthy workplace culture include clear communication channels, respectful conflict resolution, recognition programs, workload management, psychological safety (workers can raise concerns without fear of reprisal), and inclusive practices. Alberta’s duty-to-accommodate under the Human Rights Act extends to mental health disabilities and requires employers to accommodate to the point of undue hardship.
Content reviewed by Arliss Levine, CRSP, CHSC — lead safety instructor at Safety Mom · Allstar Enviro Safety Calgary, an Energy Safety Canada Authorized Training Provider.
