Workplace health and safety has focused on protecting employees from physical harm. With growing scientific evidence and legal obligation to protect the psychological well-being of workers, employers are recognizing the importance of both physical and mental health at work.
Historically, workplace health and safety has focused on protecting employees from physical harm. With growing scientific evidence and legal obligation to protect the psychological well-being of workers, employers are recognizing the importance of both physical and mental health at work.
This free, 20-minute course provides an introduction to workplace mental health, including an overview of the six categories of psychosocial factors and how they impact the psychological health of individuals and groups. Participants will develop an understanding of the role they play in promoting mental health at work.
This course is recommended for anyone interested in learning about psychological health and safety at work.
This course is delivered as an on-line e-learning course. All you need is a computer, access to the Internet - and you are ready to go! This e-learning course is designed to help you learn at your own pace and in your own environment at your own convenience.
Also available in French.
Content for this course was developed by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS), and reviewed by labour, employer and government representatives to ensure a balanced perspective.
This course is also available in French
Item Number: EPHSA-P3100EN