Canada’s federal regulations (SOR/2020-130) setting out requirements to prevent workplace violence and harassment.
Workplace Violence and Harassment

Earn your official certification card online with Gama Safety Canada. Complete your Workplace Violence and Harassment Online Certification Course, pass the exam, and download your certificate. Online Certification Cards are available for all courses.
- Certificate of Completion: Immediate download upon passing.
- Approximate Duration: 1 hour.
- Validity: Compliant with Canadian provincial legislation and workplace requirements.
- Exam Requirement: A minimum score of 80% is required. Unlimited retakes allowed.
Course Topics
- Definition of workplace violence, harassment, and bullying.
- Types of violence: physical, verbal, psychological, and sexual harassment.
- Recognizing warning signs and contributing factors.
- Employer and employee responsibilities under the law.
- Reporting procedures and investigation protocols.
- Prevention policies, training, and response strategies.
- Support resources and mental health considerations.
Who Should Take This Course?
- All employees, supervisors, and managers.
- HR professionals and workplace safety coordinators.
- New hires in high-risk industries or environments.
- Organizations seeking to comply with violence and harassment legislation.
Course Features
- Self-paced online modules accessible 24/7.
- Real-world case studies and interactive learning tools.
- Legal definitions, examples, and video-based training.
- Final assessment with immediate certification download.
- Meets legal obligations under occupational health and safety laws.
Compliance Standards
- Canada Labour Code Part II – Violence and Harassment in the Workplace.
- Bill C-65 – Federal legislation for harassment and violence prevention.
- Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) in Ontario and similar provincial laws.
- WorkSafeBC, WSIB, and CNESST compliance frameworks.
Learning Outcomes
- Recognize and identify different forms of workplace violence and harassment.
- Understand your legal rights and responsibilities as an employee or employer.
- Report and respond to incidents appropriately and safely.
- Promote a respectful, inclusive, and safe work environment for all.
Workplace Violence & Harassment Resources & Guides
Official federal guidance and resources to help Canadian organizations prevent harassment and violence at work.
Comprehensive overview of workplace bullying and harassment, prevention strategies, and management tips.
BC OHS Regulation Section 4.27 requires employers to take reasonable steps to prevent workplace violence and harassment.
A practical checklist to help employers in healthcare and other sectors assess and identify risks of workplace violence.
An easy-to-read fact sheet for workers, outlining rights and steps to take if they experience workplace bullying or harassment.
Curriculum
- 6 Sections
- 41 Lessons
- Lifetime
- Workplace Violence and Harassment Course5
- Module 1: Workplace Violence & Harassment15
- 2.11.1. Workplace Violence & Harassment
- 2.21.2. Course Overview
- 2.31.3. Module Overview
- 2.41.4. Course Introduction
- 2.51.5. Workplace Violence
- 2.61.6. Examples of Harassment and Violence
- 2.71.7. What is Not Harassment and Violence
- 2.81.8. Types of Workplace Violence
- 2.91.9. Workplace Harassment
- 2.101.10. Reasonable Action
- 2.111.11. Workplace Sexual Harassment
- 2.121.12. Impact of Workplace Violence
- 2.131.13. Sources of Workplace Violence & Harassment
- 2.141.14. Workplace Violence Legislation
- 2.151.15. Roles and Responsibilities
- Module 2: Workplace Violence & Harassment Prevention13
- 3.12.1. Workplace Violence & Harassment Prevention
- 3.22.2. Module Overview
- 3.32.3. Workplace Violence and Harassment Policy
- 3.42.4. Assessing the Risk of Violence
- 3.52.5. Working Alone
- 3.62.6. Working with Volatile People
- 3.72.7. Handling Cash
- 3.82.8. Direct Contact with Clients
- 3.92.9. Protecting Valuable Goods
- 3.102.10. Violence & Harassment Program
- 3.112.11. Workers Responsibilities
- 3.122.12. Recognizing the Potential for Violence
- 3.132.13. Specific Scenarios
- Module 3: Responding to Violence and Harassment7
- Final Assessments and Certification1
- Certification Card Information1

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