Avoid violent encounters at work: 4 expert tips to safely handle a person in distress
Workplace violence is on the rise. Prepare your employees to safely handle a person in crisis with these expert tips.
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Violence & Harassment
Browse through our resources below to access information on how to keep your workplace and workers free of violence and harassment.
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Retail theft and violence: 6 ways to keep your staff and business safe
A sharp rise in retail theft and associated violence is affecting the profitability of retail stores, and the health and safety of workers and customers. Get tips to protect your business and workers.
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Safety Tips: What action can employees take to de-escalate a situation with a violent customer?
Do your staff know how to react to an angry customer? Having the skills to de-escalate a potentially violent situation is vital to keeping workers safe. Watch this video for tips on training employees
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Selling alcohol in your grocery or convenience store? 7 tips to keep staff safe
Grocery and convenience stores that are gearing up to sell alcohol in the coming months also need to prepare for possible impacts to the health and safety of staff. Get tips on how to prepare.
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Hiring a security guard? Here’s what you need to know
Before hiring security guards to protect your business, find out what employers need to do to prepare and protect them.
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De-escalating high-stress situations at work: 4 stages to aggression, 4 responses
No matter who is displaying the aggressive behaviour – a customer, client, contractor, co-worker or supervisor – knowing when and how to respond will keep everyone safe.
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Safety Tips: Should workplaces have a violence and harassment policy/program?
Did you know Ontario businesses are required to have a violence and harassment policy/program under the Occupational Health and Safety Act? Watch this video for info on what to include in your policy.
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WSPS Safety Connection | Trauma Informed Workplace
This session explores the escalating risks faced by workers across Ontario amid many internal and external stressors and address the growing threats of workplace violence and harassment.
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Transforming Workplaces: Civility, Respect, and Empathy in Action
Psychologically healthy workplaces involve a culture where civility, respect, and empathy guide every interaction. Uncover the benefits and learn practical tips to implement these values in this video
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Steps an employer should take to prevent violence and harassment directed at employees?
Wondering how you can protect employees from potential violence and harassment? Watch this video to find out the first steps you should take to keep workers safe.
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Workplace Violence and Harassment
Do you know what workplace violence is? or workplace harassment? What about employer requirements? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this video.
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Small Biz Safety Podcast Episode 17 | Violence and Harassment Prevention | De-escalation Tips
Is your business experiencing increased customer aggression? In this episode, Safety expert Kristy Cork shares tips on managing angry or agitated customers.
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Small Biz Safety Podcast Episode 13 | De-escalation and Preventing COVID-related Violence
In this episode find out how the next steps in Ontario’s reopening plan will impact your business (1:15).
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Small Biz Safety Podcast Episode 7 | Stop Workplace Bullying and Harassment
In this episode, we welcome special guest Sheldon Kennedy, former NHL player and crusader for victims of abuse.
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Safety in 60 Seconds: Quick safety tips on Preventing Violence & Harassment
Wondering how you can protect employees from potential violence and harassment? Watch this video series to find out the steps you should take to help keep your workers safe.
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Safety Tips: Can businesses use physical space to protect employees from violence and harassment?
Did you know that the layout of your business can make a difference in preventing potential harm to workers? Watch this video to find out what you can do.
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Safety Tips: Why is there such an increase in workplace conflict?
You may have noticed an increase in anger and aggression from customers and employees in your workplace. Watch this video to learn more.
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Safety Tips: Who should conduct a workplace violence risk assessment?
You’re ready to perform a violence risk assessment in your workplace. But who should be involved? Watch this video to find out more information.
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What to do when domestic violence enters your workplace
The workplace plays a vital role in protecting against further abuse, and ensuring the safety of all employees.
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Reduce the risk of renewed COVID violence with these 5 steps
At the beginning of the pandemic, instances of COVID-fuelled anger started making the news as businesses introduced measures to reduce the risk of exposure.
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