Good morning everybody,

Yesterday, we talked about domestic violence and violence against women. Today, I want you to think about violence and harassment in workplace. Skim through this link and then answer the following tasks.

Task 1:

Think of a definition of violence in workplace. Does violence occur in workplace? Does it always have to be from your boss? How can you describe it? How does it happen? Why do you think it happen?

Task 2:

List four or more things, actions, attitude, or behaviours that can be considered violence at workplace.

Task 3:

What is/are the best action(s) in your opinion to deal with that kind of violence or harassment?

Task 4:

If you were to advise a friend or a family member who has just joined new workplace or school to be aware of violence at workplace, what would you say to him or to her?

Record your answer here.

Dear Ming,

I heard you find a new job, I congratulation to you, you are so lucky in short time find a professional job.
I come to Canada long time, I have workplace experience, I knew  same violence happen  in workplace, because people come from different county, they have different background, common sense, they use  threatening behavior,  verbal or written threats, Harassment , Verbal abuse, Physical attacks. If you meet this situation, don't be frighten. You can report your manage first, if doesn't work, you can report to the police office.
I think you can be friendly treat your colleague, your colleague also nice to you.