Workplace Violence Prevention

This Workplace Violence Prevention course was designed for schools and provides the necessary resources needed to meet the legal obligation as mandated by California SB 553 by the July 1, 2024 deadline.

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Workplace Violence Prevention

Features in this course include:

Self-paced learning experience

Train the trainer model

School based examples incorporated

Additional resources for deeper exploration

Downloadable certificate of completion

Pre and post assessments to gauge learning

Continued access through the 24-25 school year

We expect the audience of this training may include: HR Professionals, Heads of School, Operations Leaders, Safety Committee Facilitators or anyone who will be responsible for ensuring compliance with SB 553 Workplace Violence Prevention per Labor Code section 6401.9.

Course overview:

Introduction to Workplace Violence in Schools
SB 553 Standards and Legal Requirements for Schools per Labor Code section 6401.9
Creating a Safe School Environment
Conflict Resolution and De-Escalation Techniques in School Settings
Student and Staff Training and Awareness
Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Requirements
Responding to Incidents of Workplace Violence in Schools
Review and Evaluation of Violence Prevention Program in Schools

Resources Available in this Course

Model WVPP

Cal/OSHA’s Model written Workplace Violence Prevention Plan for General Industry (Non-Health Care settings) is available as a resource guide.
One Pager

Joffe's one-pager provides an overview of the procedures and strategies outlined in the SB 553 Workplace Violence Prevention guidelines.
Reflection Checklist

Joffe's reflection checklist facilitates conversations with legal teams, bargaining unit representatives, safety committees, and similar stakeholders.