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Assault Awareness and Prevention for Transit Operators (Direct Delivery)

Upcoming Deliveries:  
  • March 2, 2021, 9:30am-1:00pm EASTERN Time  
  • March 4, 2021, 1:00pm-4:30pm EASTERN Time  
  • March 7, 2021, 2:00pm-5:30pm EASTERN Time  
  • March 9, 2021, 9:30am-1:00pm EASTERN Time  
  • March 11, 2021, 1:00pm-4:30pm EASTERN Time 
  • March 14, 2021, 2:00pm-5:30pm EASTERN Time  
  • March 16, 2021, 9:30am-1:00pm EASTERN Time  
  • March 18, 2021, 1:00pm-4:30pm EASTERN Time   
  • March 21, 2021, 2:00pm-5:30pm EASTERN Time  
  • March 23, 2021, 9:30am-1:00pm EASTERN Time   

    To view an abbreviated course recording please click here. 

     

    Description:

    The goal of this course is to give bus operators in the transit industry the knowledge and skills needed to reduce the likelihood of assault incidents from occurring.

    Prevention methods covered include defining assault, discussing the types of incidents that could be considered assault and recognizing key vulnerability factors. Prevention strategies focus on communication and response skills, and the value of reporting incidents. In addition, the training includes information on the importance of seeking assistance to recover from assault incidents.

    Audience: Transit operators, road supervisors, transit police, supervisors and labor representatives.

    Length: 3.5 hours, online virtual course

    Contact: 

    Amy Gornik
    abadaracco@nti.rutgers.edu

    cmeyer, Workplacesafety

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