Workplace Violence and Safety: Prevention and Solution Strategies

Continuing education course discussing types of workplace violence and safety, including bullying, harassment, and abuse. Identify risk factors in the healthcare industry, vertical and lateral violence, safety hazards, and measures for dealing with aggressive persons. 3 contact hours of CEU for nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and EMS personnel.

Describe the various types of workplace violence. 

Discuss the impact of workplace violence. 

Identify risk factors for workplace violence. 

Summarize how to respond to workplace violence. 

Describe employer responsibilities in responding to violence in the workplace. 

Identify essential components of a workplace violence program and barriers to its implementation.