Preventing Workplace Violence for Supervisors
- Mobile-Friendly, Self-Paced Format
- Nationally-Accredited, Regulatory-Approved
Course Description
Workplace violence is any act or threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation, or other disruptive behavior that occurs at the worksite. The threat of workplace violence remains a serious concern for any business; in an average week in the U.S., one employee is killed and at least 25 are seriously injured in violent assaults by current or former coworkers. This course will help supervisors understand the basics of workplace violence, including how to recognize risk factors and warning signs, and how to manage incidents when they occur.
Preventing Workplace Violence Training for Supervisors - An Overview
Violence in the workplace can start as a quiet tension and escalate quickly. From verbal threats to physical assaults, it's a risk every organization should take seriously. This course is designed to help supervisors and team leads understand what workplace violence really looks like, how to recognize early signs, and how to respond effectively if a situation arises. You'll learn how to keep your workplace safer for everyone - including employees, clients, and visitors.
Course Curriculum
This course is built to help you identify, prevent, and manage incidents of workplace violence through practical, scenario-based learning.
What is Workplace Violence
Recognize workplace violence as defined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s standards.
Workplace Violence Types
Review the four types: criminal intent, customer/client, worker-on-worker, and personal relationships.
Risk Factors
Explore what makes certain workplaces or roles more vulnerable to violence.
Recognize Warning Signs
Learn the early red flags that may signal an issue.
Promote Respect
Discover ways to build a positive culture that lowers the risk of conflict.
Eliminate Potential Weapons
Master how to assess your environment for common risks.
Response Procedures
Report, document, and follow up with clear steps.
Tackle it Together
When something feels off, you don’t have to handle it alone, teamwork can make all the difference.
Go With Your Gut
Sometimes, a feeling is enough to speak up. This helps you recognize the signs and trust yourself to act.
Benefits of the Course
This course gives supervisors the tools to create safer workplaces.
Meets Safety Compliance Needs
The course aligns with both OSHA recommendations and best practices.
Boosts Supervisor Confidence
Helps you spot issues early on and take smart action.
Supports a Safer Culture
Encourages respect, awareness, and accountability.
Why Choose LearnTastic as Your Preventing Workplace Violence Training Provider?
Our course is clear, actionable, and backed by the latest public safety guidance.
Fully Online
Access from anywhere - on your schedule.
Interactive Format
Real-world examples and tools that stick.
Practical and Actionable
You’ll walk away knowing what to do - and how to do it.
Instant Certificate
Finish the quiz and download your proof of training immediately.
Flexible Access
Works on desktop, tablet, or mobile.
Expert Support
Need help? Our team is here 24/7 by chat or email.
Designed for Busy Teams
Short, clear modules that fit into your schedule.
Who Should Enroll for This Training?
This training is especially useful for people who:
Supervisors
Department leads
Operations managers
HR professionals
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