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NEW HIRE Diversity, Harassment, Drug & Alcohol Awareness

Empower yourself and foster a respectful, inclusive workplace culture. Learn essential awareness skills to prevent harassment, promote diversity, and ensure a safe, professional environment.

Created byMark Putnam
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(10 reviews)
BeginnerUpdated Oct 21, 2025
NEW HIRE Diversity, Harassment, Drug & Alcohol Awareness

What You'll Learn

check_circleUnderstand workplace harassment definitions and types.
check_circleIdentify signs of drug and alcohol abuse at work.
check_circleLearn how to promote diversity and respect.
check_circleRecognize and report inappropriate workplace conduct.
check_circleComply with anti-discrimination laws and policies.

About This Course

This course, "NEW HIRE Diversity, Harassment, Drug & Alcohol Awareness," is designed to foster a safe, respectful, and productive workplace for all employees.

Understanding and adhering to company policies and legal guidelines regarding diversity, harassment, and substance abuse is crucial not only for individual well-being but also for the overall success and reputation of the organization. This training emphasizes the importance of a professional perspective and treating everyone with dignity, contributing to a positive and inclusive environment.

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Clearly define and identify various forms of workplace harassment, including sexual harassment, bullying, and hostile work environments, and understand their significant human and financial costs.
  • Recognize the importance of diversity in the workplace, appreciate the value it brings, and learn strategies to promote unity and break down stereotypes.
  • Understand the impact of drug and alcohol abuse in the workplace, identify signs of substance abuse, and know the proper reporting and intervention procedures.
  • Apply strategies for respectful communication and professional conduct, ensuring you contribute to a compliant and positive work culture.
  • Be aware of your rights and responsibilities, including the legal protections against discrimination and retaliation, and the correct procedures for reporting incidents.

Your Instructor

Mark Putnam
Mark Putnam
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Mark Putnam is the founder and CEO of Global Ethics Inc. and the author of many Global Ethics programs. Mark is a passionate educator, speaker, and author who founded Global Ethics to provide training programs that build character and focus on core values.

Credit Information

Do these courses count toward my professional development requirements?

This portal is provided as a training and development resource for City of Markham employees. Every course is delivered by a qualified subject matter expert or learning organization, is quantifiable in hours, and is verifiable — you receive a documented certificate of completion for every course you finish, stored on LearnFormula indefinitely.

If you hold a professional designation (for example in engineering, accounting, human resources, or law), courses may be counted as professionally relevant, verifiable learning activities toward your continuing professional development. Individual practitioners are responsible for confirming that an activity meets the requirements of their professional body. For questions about the City of Markham's training and development policies, please speak with your people leader or Human Resources.

What Students Are Saying

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