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This free, interactive course is designed to help healthcare workers better understand the scope and nature of violence in the workplace. Upon successful completion of the course, healthcare professionals can earn continuing education units. Course modules include: Definition, types, and prevalence; Workplace violence consequences
Program #1 Violence on the Job Runtime 21:07. Program #2 Case Study Runtime 5:43. This video discusses practical measures for identifying risk factors for violence at work, and taking strategic action to keep employees safe. It is based on extensive NIOSH research, supplemented with information from other authoritative sources.
Workplace violence is the act or threat of violence. It ranges from verbal abuse to physical assaults directed toward people at work or on duty. Violence can occur in any workplace and among any type of worker. The impact of workplace violence can range from psychological issues to physical injury, or even death.
The Workplace Violence Prevention for Nurses online training course incorporates lesson text, videos depicting actual workplace violence incidents, and testimonials from nurses. Healthcare workers can access information regarding workplace violence awareness, risk factors, and prevention strategies through any device with an Internet connection.
NIOSH [2017]. Workplace Violence Prevention Course for Nurses. By Hartley, D. and Webb, S. Morgantown, WV: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, DHHS (NIOSH) Publication 2017–114. November, 2023: Withdrawn
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NIOSH develops training programs based on its research that can be directly applied in workplace settings. NIOSH also supports academic degree programs and research training opportunities in areas including industrial hygiene, occupational health nursing, occupational medicine, and occupational safety.
client’s community and home. The spectrum of violence ranges from verbal abuse, to stalking or threats of assault, to homicide. Verbal abuse from the client, family members, or people in the community is a form of workplace violence. Verbal abuse may be subtle, such as asking for help beyond the scope of the job (such as
NIOSH The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 established NIOSH as a research agency focused on the study of worker safety and health, and empowering employers and workers to create safe and healthy workplaces.
This document describes strategies to reduce the risk of injuries and deaths associated with robbery-related violence at gasoline stations and convenience stores. Reducing Workplace Violence in Gasoline Stations and Convenience Stores [PDF – 464 KB] Suggested Citation. NIOSH [2023].