California Workplace Violence Prevention

California’s groundbreaking workplace violence prevention law imposes new training obligations on virtually every employer in the state.

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    Course description

    Traliant’s Workplace Violence Prevention Training California aligns seamlessly with the state’s workplace violence training programs requirements. Our dedicated Compliance Team is available to collaborate with clients to ensure a thorough understanding of the California law. Because the law requires that training cover each employer's unique workplace violence prevention plan in detail, Traliant’s California Workplace Violence Prevention training course is easily customizable.

    ONLINE TRAINING

    California Workplace Violence Prevention

    Through a series of interactive scenarios, employees learn about the following topics:

    Recognizing Workplace Violence

    • Domestic violence and how it affects the workplace
    • Knowing when an employee is more likely to become a victim of violence at work
    • Recognizing when a coworker has made a threat
    • Risk factors and warning signs that a coworker may become violent at work

    The Workplace Violence Plan

    • Procedures for Reporting Workplace Violence Concerns
    • Employer-Specific Workplace Violence Hazards and Corrective Measures
    • What to do in a Workplace Violence Emergency

    Responding to Potential or Actual Workplace Violence

    • How Employees Can Protect Themselves and Others if Workplace Violence Happens
    • Using De-Escalation Techniques to Defuse Potentially Violent Situations
    • The Workplace Violence Incident Log

    THE TRALIANT DIFFERENCE

    Compliance you can trust.
    Training you will love.

    Legal expertise

    Our in-house legal team monitors the latest laws, rules and regulations, so you don't have to. You can rest assured that our courses are continuously compliant.

    Brilliant training

    With cinematic-quality videos produced by our Hollywood-based team, your employees will love our customizable, interactive, story-based training.

    Valued partnership

    Our main focus? It’s all about making your job easier. We do that with unmatched responsiveness and seamless deployment, dedicated to driving your success.

    Meaningful impact

    We don’t just deliver brilliant training, we help you create meaningful impact by broadening your employees' perspectives, achieving compliance and elevating culture.

    KEY FEATURES

    Why you'll love our training

    It’s time to embrace a new era of online training with a valued partner who will ensure seamless implementation to fit your exact needs, a truly enjoyable learning experience and courses with continuous compliance you can trust.

    Compliance expertise

    Traliant's in-hour legal expertise ensures training is accurate and kept up-to-date with any regulatory changes.

    Accessible to users with disabilities

    Traliant provides an inclusive experience for all users, including those with disabilities, by going beyond Section 508-C standards and offering WCAG 2.1 AA.

    Story-based learning

    Our story-based approach blends leading instructional design with Hollywood talent to produce engaging, interactive and nuanced training.

    Course administration

    Traliant makes it simple to roll out training to your workplace and provide technical support directly to your employees at no additional cost.

    Course customizations

    Tailor courses to include your logo, relevant policies, workplace images, and more. Traliant can even customize the course with scenarios that take place in your own workplace environment.

    Translations

    Training is available in English, Spanish and is supported in over 100 languages.

    COMPLIANCE EXPERTISE

    Your partner in training compliance

    Uniquely qualified in-house compliance team

    Our exceptional in-house Compliance Advisory Team is led by Michael Johnson, Chief Strategy Officer and former U.S. Department of Justice attorney who has provided training and guidance to organizations like the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Google, the United Nations, and the World Bank.

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    Keeping you compliant, effortlessly

    Keeping up with the complex web of employment laws — especially if your workforce spans multiple states — can be tricky. That’s why we offer a streamlined training solution that ensures you stay compliant with federal, state, and local regulations, so you can focus on what matters most: your team.

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    Simplifying your policies and handbooks

    Crafting an employee handbook that meets legal standards can be daunting. Let us ease the burden. We help you navigate regulatory changes to ensure your policies and handbooks not only comply with the law but also reflect industry best practices.

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    What to consider when choosing the most effective California workplace violence prevention training

    California workplace violence prevention training is designed to educate employees about the risks of violence in the workplace, provide strategies for preventing and responding to violence, and help create a safer and more secure work environment. This California workplace prevention training is critical for companies because it helps:
    • Protect employees and visitors: Training equips employees with the knowledge and skills to identify potential threats, de-escalate conflicts, and protect themselves and others in the event of violence.
    • Reduce legal risks: Workplaces that fail to take reasonable steps to prevent workplace violence can be held liable for incidents, particularly in states like California that have specific workplace violence prevention laws.
    • Maintain a positive and productive work environment: A safe and secure work environment is essential for attracting and retaining top talent and promoting productivity.

    California workplace violence prevention training is crucial for any organization that wants to create a safe and secure work environment for its employees. Training helps:
    • Equip employees to respond: Training provides employees with the necessary knowledge to recognize warning signs, report concerns, and take appropriate steps to de-escalate situations.
    • Promote a proactive approach to safety: Training encourages a culture where employees feel empowered to speak up, report concerns, and take proactive steps to address potential risks.
    • Comply with state regulations: In California, employers are required to provide annual workplace violence training for employees. New York has recently passed similar legislation, underscoring the national trend toward increased workplace safety measures.

    Warning signs of workplace violence can be subtle or overt. Here are a few common indicators to watch for:
    • Increased aggression: Changes in behavior, such as yelling, threats, or physical intimidation.
    • Verbal abuse: Name-calling, insults, or derogatory comments.
    • Harassing or threatening behavior: Staring, following, or making unwelcome advances.
    • Stalking or intimidation: Repeated unwanted contact or attention.

    Employees who feel threatened or unsafe at work should immediately report their concerns to their supervisor, HR, or security personnel. It's essential to have a clear understanding of your company's workplace violence policies and reporting procedures.

    De-escalation techniques are essential for managing potentially violent situations. Here are some helpful strategies:
    • Stay calm and composed: Avoid escalating the situation by reacting emotionally.
    • Listen and try to understand the other person's perspective: Show that you are taking them seriously.
    • Use assertive, but non-threatening language: Clearly state your boundaries and expectations.
    • Remove yourself from the situation if it feels unsafe: If you feel threatened, it's important to get to a safe place and report the incident.

    California's workplace violence prevention law requires employers to develop, implement, and annually train employees on a written plan. The workplace violence plan should include, among other things:
    • Specific workplace violence hazards: Identify the workplace violence hazards specific to your worksites.
    • Hazard correction: Identify corrections in place at your worksite to address workplace violence hazards.
    • Reporting procedures: Establish clear procedures for reporting incidents and concerns.
    • Emergency response procedures: Develop procedures for addressing threats and responding to workplace violence incidents.
    • Employee involvement procedures: Develop procedures to obtain employee involvement in developing and implementing the plan, training, and hazard identification.

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