Workplace Violence and Harassment Law
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.
Course at a glance
Offered fully online learning - synchronous format
What you will learn
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.
This course has no prerequisites
Students from all educational backgrounds welcome. You can register for this course without applying and enrolling in a program.
Take note:
- Pre-and post-course activities may be required as part of this course. Pre-course instructions and materials will be available on eClass.
- Required reading materials: Alberta OH&S Act, Regulation, and Code, Alberta King’s Printer (alberta.ca/alberta-kings-printer)
- Graded on a pass or fail basis: a passing grade of 70% or higher is required to receive Completed Requirements (CR) on your transcript.
Currently counts towards:
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└14-hour elective course
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└14-hour course option
Applicants intending to enrol in a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements since they are prone to change.
*If you are already enroled in this program, please refer to your specific program requirements as outlined at the time of your admission: Bear Tracks > Academic Advisement.
When will this course be offered?
New course schedules are released each June and November.