EXOS 4639 - Workplace Violence and Harassment Law
1027113
Language of Delivery
English
Delivery Options
Online - Bichronous
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Course Description
Workplace violence and harassment legislation does not simply involve responding to incidents; it also requires an understanding of the hazardous conditions that may lead to violence or harassment and ensuring that such hazards are properly controlled. This seminar will acquaint you with the law surrounding workplace violence and harassment (including the recent changes to the OHS Act and OHS Code) and discuss strategies to ensure that you and your organization are complying with the law.
Learner Outcomes
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Identify and analyze legal requirements in relation to workplace violence/harassment prevention and incident management/response.
- Explore controls and prevention strategies.
- Discuss prevalent workplace violence/harassment issues such as worksite/work-related suicides, PTSD, and domestic violence.
- Explore industry specific issues such as violence in the healthcare industry and convenience store/gas stations.
- Discuss the legal liability that you and your employer may face in relation to workplace violence and harassment.
Notes
IMPORTANT COURSE DETAILS
- There is a textbook required for this course. Please see "Section Materials" under the course section.
- This course is graded on a pass or fail basis: a passing grade of 70% or higher is required to receive Completed Requirements (CR) on your transcript.
- This course delivery format is bichronous. 100% of course content is delivered online. Students engage in both asynchronous learning, coupled with scheduled synchronous sessions throughout the course. he asynchronous dates cover pre-course reading and post-course assessments (quizzes, assignments etc.). To view the schedule of the synchronous sessions, click the "view details" link under Schedule and Location on the course section.
EXOS 4639 - This course is a total of 14 hours.
Recommendations
Applicants intending to complete a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements.
Applies Towards the Following Programs
- Occupational Health And Safety Certificate : Seminar Courses
- Occupational Health and Safety Professional Diploma : Elective Courses
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