Workplace Harassment Prevention for Managers

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Which type of committee would be required for a company with over 300 employees?

Policy health and safety committee (correct)

Workplace health and safety committee

Health and safety representatives

Personal safety committee

What critical role do managers and supervisors play in the workplace?

They primarily focus on the organization's profitability.

They are responsible for hiring and firing employees only.

They maintain a healthy, safe, and inclusive workplace. (correct)

They ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Why is it important for managers and supervisors to understand behaviors that constitute harassment and violence?

To report to upper management only.

To prevent incidents of harassment and violence. (correct)

To enhance their leadership skills.

To better engage in team activities.

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of health and safety representatives?

Appoint other safety representatives. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary audience recommended for the WHVP 102 course?

Management staff and union members in the uranium mining and processing industry Signup and view all the answers

What prerequisite course must participants complete before taking WHVP 102?

Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention for Employees (WHVP 101) Signup and view all the answers

Which module focuses on understanding the roles and responsibilities of managers related to workplace safety?

Module 3: Responsibilities of Managers Signup and view all the answers

What triggers the conciliation process?

All parties agree the occurrence meets the definition of harassment. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of workplace safety is NOT primarily covered by the course content?

Creating first aid kits for emergencies Signup and view all the answers

How does the Canada Labour Code define harassment and violence behavior?

Any action or comment that can cause offense or injury to an employee Signup and view all the answers

Who can act as a conciliator during the conciliation process?

Colleagues and supervisors. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a relevant prevention tool mentioned in the course?

Conducting, reviewing, and updating workplace assessments Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of an investigation in the resolution process?

To provide a detailed description and recommendations to prevent similar events. Signup and view all the answers

When can the principal party initiate an investigation?

During the conciliation process at any point. Signup and view all the answers

What overarching goal do management staff and union members aim to achieve through the WHVP 102 course?

Maintain a healthy, safe, and inclusive workplace Signup and view all the answers

What is an important responsibility of managers mentioned in the course content?

Creating and updating a workplace harassment and violence prevention policy Signup and view all the answers

What is one important requirement for the investigation report?

It should omit identifying information of the parties. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a potential outcome of the conciliation process?

Agreement on a mutually acceptable solution. Signup and view all the answers

What step follows conciliation if the issue remains unresolved?

Investigation. Signup and view all the answers

Which party is primarily responsible for initiating the investigation if needed?

The principal party. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of conducting workplace assessments?

To identify and mitigate risk factors related to harassment and violence Signup and view all the answers

Which entity is necessary for organizations with 300 or more employees?

Policy Health and Safety Committee Signup and view all the answers

How often must workplace assessments be reviewed according to regulations?

Once every 3 years Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a responsibility of the employer?

Creating an employee code of conduct Signup and view all the answers

What must be done when an organization experiences changes in risk factors?

Update the workplace assessment Signup and view all the answers

What is the required applicable partner for organizations with 20 to 299 employees?

Workplace Health and Safety Committee Signup and view all the answers

What training should individuals involved in workplace assessments have?

Appropriate training, education, or experience related to workplace assessments Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the requirement for workplace violence and harassment prevention policies?

They must be reviewed and updated regularly Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum retention period for health and safety records as prescribed in section 35?

10 years Signup and view all the answers

What must an employer do within 24 hours of becoming aware of an employee's death from harassment or violence?

Report to the Labour Program Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as an emergency scenario that the employer must prepare procedures for?

A fire alarm test Signup and view all the answers

Who jointly develops emergency procedures for threats to employee safety?

The employer and applicable partner Signup and view all the answers

When must the employer report aggregate data on harassment and violence occurrences to the Labour Program?

By March 1 each year Signup and view all the answers

What should an employer ensure employees have in case of an emergency?

Emergency phone numbers for security and services Signup and view all the answers

What must be done regarding emergency procedures after they have been developed?

They must be jointly reviewed and updated as necessary Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the employer's responsibilities for records related to workplace harassment and violence is true?

They must report annually and record all notices of occurrence Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the responsibilities of the Workplace Health and Safety Committee?

Considering and disposing of health and safety complaints Signup and view all the answers

What must a health and safety representative in a workplace with fewer than 20 employees not have?

Supervisory responsibilities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a duty of the Workplace Health and Safety Committee regarding workplace inspections?

Inspect each month to ensure yearly coverage of the workplace Signup and view all the answers

If there is no policy committee in the organization, what is one of the roles of the Workplace Health and Safety Committee?

To develop, implement, and monitor hazard prevention programs Signup and view all the answers

Which action is involved in the responsibilities of the Workplace Health and Safety Committee?

Assessing exposure of employees to hazardous substances Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for maintaining workplace health and safety records?

Keeping adequate records on work accidents and injuries Signup and view all the answers

What should the employer do to support the health and safety representative?

Clarify and update the priorities of the representative Signup and view all the answers

What is a responsibility of the Workplace Health and Safety Committee that relates to personal protective equipment?

Develop a program for providing personal protective equipment Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Preventing Harassment and Violence in the Workplace for Managers and Supervisors

This course is for management staff and union members in the uranium mining and processing industry who have completed a prerequisite course.
Management, supervisors, and union members play a critical role in maintaining a safe and inclusive workplace.
They are responsible for preventing, resolving, or responding to workplace harassment and violence.
This self-paced course is a follow up to a course for employees (WHVP 101).
Course participants will gain insights into the roles and responsibilities of employers and health and safety committees in preventing workplace harassment and violence.
Relevant prevention tools will be discussed, including workplace assessments, harassment and violence prevention policies, employee training, and emergency procedures.

Course Content

Module 1: Defining Harassment and Violence: Defines harassment and violence in the workplace according to the Canada Labour Code.
Module 2: Responsibilities of Employers: Explores the employer's responsibilities concerning workplace accidents, eliminating hazards, training, equipment safety, hazards investigations, and other workplace issues.
Module 3: Responsibilities of Managers: Describes actions and behaviors that constitute harassment and violence, including examples of aggression, threats, verbal abuse, criticism, and harassment (on or off-line). It differentiates between these behaviors and reasonable management actions.
Module 4: Relevant Prevention Tools: Outlines prevention tools such as conducting, reviewing, and updating workplace assessments, creating and updating harassment and violence prevention policies, providing employee training, and implementing other preventive measures and support for employees.
Includes details on workplace harassment and violence risk assessments, emergency procedures, and record-keeping requirements.

Workplace Harassment and Violence

Harassment and violence are defined as any action, conduct, or comment (including sexual nature) that could cause offence, humiliation, or injury to an employee.
Workplace includes the building provided by the employer, or third-party locations authorized by the employer, or the employee's residence if it is a duly approved remote workplace.
Examples of harassment and violence include spreading rumors, criticism, inappropriate language, using violence/threats on/off line (including internet), and abuse of authority.
A victim (principal party) or witness (bystander) should submit a notice of occurrence to their designated recipient or appropriate department if such an incident happens.

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Description

This self-paced course equips managers and supervisors in the uranium mining and processing industry with crucial knowledge to prevent and respond to harassment and violence in the workplace. Participants will explore the responsibilities of management, health and safety committees, and various prevention tools and policies necessary for fostering a safe work environment.