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Guide to California's Harassment + Workplace Violence Training Requirements for Healthcare
Ensure compliance with California's unique harassment and workplace violence training requirements for the healthcare industry. Create a safe, respectful environment for your healthcare staff with this comprehensive guide.
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Understand California’s Workplace Training Laws
Healthcare facilities in California are required by law to conduct sexual harassment training once every two years and workplace violence prevention training annually.
Identify a Compliant Training Solution
Ensure your training solution has been verified to comply with California’s mandates.
Provide Anti-Harassment Policy to Employees
In addition to training, California requires healthcare facilities to provide employees with a written copy of their harassment, workplace violence, discrimination, and anti-retaliation policy.
Implement Interactive Training
Training sessions should include activities that engage participants, such as asking staff questions that require responses.
Conduct Timely Training for All New Hires
Ensure that all new employees receive sexual harassment prevention training as soon as they are hired.
Maintain Training Completion Records
Keep track of all harassment training assets and completion records for at least two years.
Confirm Regular Training Updates
As laws and regulations change, make sure your training provider is updating their training courses to maintain compliance.
Establish Efficient Reporting
Healthcare organizations need to implement clear reporting procedures for addressing and documenting harassment/workplace violence incidents.
Offer Training in Employees’ Languages
Ensure that training is delivered in the language understood by your healthcare team.
Address Industry-Specific Training Needs
Trainings that reflect the real-life scenarios encountered by your team are more relatable and effective.
