Anthony LaFaziaCEO, Atlantic Training · CEO at Atlantic Training | EdTech & Safety Compliance Leader

Safety Orientation: Mental Health Training Course

26 Aug 2024 · 1 min

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This is a safety orientation (YouTube) segment focusing on employee mental health in the workplace. It emphasizes that mental health can stem from individual conditions but is also affected by harassment, threats, intimidation, and workplace violence; psychological harm can lead to physical injury. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is cited as providing protections against hostile work environments.

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Employee mental health is another important and all encompassing concern. Mental health may be linked to underlying conditions unique to the employee, but a worker's mental health might also be influenced by exposure to harassment and other forms of workplace violence. Psychological and physical harm are often interwoven, and physical injuries may be a direct consequence of emotional strain and external non physical hazards. Within that context, threats, intimidation, and other potential sources of workplace violence pose health and safety risks. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission provides protection for workers against hostile work environments. It.