When Workers Feel Unsafe or at Risk, Your Business Feels It Too

Identify Risks. Stay Compliant. Keep Workers Safe

Workplace violence can happen in any workplace. Ontario employers have a legal duty under OHSA to identify, assess, and control risks before harm occurs. A reliable workplace violence risk assessment helps protect workers, meet compliance requirements, and support a safer work environment.

WHY A WORKPLACE VIOLENCE RISK ASSESSMENT MATTERS

Workplace violence is a rapidly growing hazard in Ontario, contributing to lost-time injuries and an increased risk of mental harm.

Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), workers, supervisors, and employers have clearly defined roles and responsibilities when it comes to preventing and responding to workplace violence and harassment. Employers must take every reasonable precaution to protect workers and others from potential harm. This includes identifying, assessing, and controlling hazards contributing to workplace violence.

Workplace violence, whether it involves physical force or threatening behaviour that could cause physical injury, can occur in any sector, industry or workplace. Having a structured, reliable way to assess these hazards is not only a legal requirement but a critical part of creating a safe, healthy, and productive work environment.

Free, Online Workplace Violence Risk Assessment Tool

The Workplace Violence Risk Assessment Tool gives organizations a modern, streamlined, and practical way to meet their legal obligations and strengthen the safety of their workplace for workers, visitors and customers alike.

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1. A guided, comprehensive Workplace Violence Risk Assessment

The digital tool guides employers through a workplace violence risk assessment that considers the nature of the workplace, the type of work performed, and the working conditions. This creates clear guidance and enables organizations to meet OHSA requirements.

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2. Flexibility in how the assessment is completed

Organizations can choose the option that best fits their needs:

  • Self-directed assessment using the digital tool, or

  • A facilitated assessment in partnership with a WSPS consultant.

This flexibility supports organizations of all sizes and levels of readiness.

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3. Clear, actionable reports

Once the assessment is complete, users receive a written report and action plan that includes:

  • Identified hazards and associated risk

  • Controls currently in place

  • Future control measures to be implemented

These controls are designed to mitigate risks in a targeted, meaningful way, helping organizations reduce the likelihood and severity of workplace violence incidents.

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4. Support beyond the assessment

Employers aren’t left navigating improvements alone—they can get expert help at every stage. Customers can also access:

  • Training to build awareness and capabilities

  • Personalized consulting support

  • Implementation guidance for recommended controls

Easy to use assessment tool

Get step-by-step guidance to identify, assess and control violence risks at your workplace. Watch this short video to get quick tips on how to effectively use this tool.

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