Workplace Violence Prevention WVP Training Series

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Welcome to the Workplace Violence Prevention WVP Training Series

A safe workplace is the foundation of a productive and thriving organization. However, maintaining that safety requires proactive planning, awareness, and the right strategies to handle potential threats. Brought to you by the Center for Violence Prevention and Self Defense, this series offers a comprehensive guide to identifying, preventing, and managing violence in professional environments.

This curated collection of articles addresses critical challenges ranging from navigating layoffs and reductions in force to implementing threat assessments and complying with OSHA requirements.

Whether you are a healthcare provider facing unique industry risks or a business leader looking to build a resilient safety culture, these resources provide the actionable insights needed to protect your team and ensure a secure working environment for all. Explore the modules below to strengthen your organization’s approach to workplace safety.

Workplace Violence Prevention WVP Training Series

1. Workplace Safety- Understanding the Alarming Statistics

2. Understanding Challenging Behavior: How to Read the Signs, Assess Risk, and Respond Safely

3. Verbal De-Escalation Techniques for the Workplace: How to Respond to Threatening and Defensive Behavior

4. How to Handle Patients Waiting Too Long: Communication and De-Escalation Strategies for Healthcare Staff

5. Rational Detachment: Definition, Examples & Use in De-Escalation

6. Crisis De-escalation Guide: Recognizing Behavior Levels and the Right Staff Response at Each Stage

7. How Self Defense Training Reduces Fear, Anxiety And Liability

8. Reading People in Conflict: The Many Forms of Human Communication

9. Implementing a Code-Word Safety System for Lone Workers: How to Establish a Verified Emergency Check-In System

10. Relational Equity - How You See Dangerous People Determines What Happens Next

11. How to Avoid Power Struggles

12. Navigating the Unforeseen: Disruptive Event Management and Critical Incident Response

13. Preventing Workplace Violence During Reductions in Force (RIF) And Layoffs

14. What Are The Workplace Violence Prevention Requirements: Businesses, State and Federal Agencies, and OSHA’s General Duty Clause

15. Understanding Workplace Threat Assessment: A Crucial Step for Safety and Security

16. Strategies to Counter Workplace Violence In Healthcare

17. Violence in the Workplace: The Impact of Workplace Violence on Healthcare and Social Service Workers

18. How To Create A Office Layout For Safety And Protection Of Social Workers And Therapists

19. Overcoming The Workplace Violence Risks and Challenges For Frontline Service Workers

20. Occupational Violence and Aggression: Warning Signs and De-escalation Techniques

21. Components of a Comprehensive Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP)

22. Building a Resilient Workplace Against Violence

23. Conflict Management & De-escalation Guide for Transit Drivers and Supervisors

24. De-Escalation Guide For Healthcare Professionals

25. How You View People Determines the Likelihood of Conflict

26. Relationships and Rapport in Conflict Management - The Relational Dividend - How To Build Relational Equity

27. Politeness, Courtesy, and Conflict Prevention

28. How Politeness and Consideration Boost Personal Safety and Prevent Violence

29. Navigating Self-Defense: Politeness and Consideration vs. Matching Energy

Workplace Violence Prevention WVP Training Series

About the Author: William DeMuth is the Director of Training at the Center for Violence Prevention and Self Defense (CVPSD) in Freehold, NJ. With over 35 years of research in violence dynamics and personal safety, William specializes in evidence-based training that bridges the gap between compliance and real-world conflict resolution. The architect of the ConflictIQ™ program, he holds advanced certifications and has trained under diverse industry leaders. Today, he actively trains civilians, healthcare workers, and corporate teams in situational awareness, threat assessment, behavior analysis, de-escalation strategies, and physical tactics.