WORKSHOP
Nonviolent
Communication (NVC)
Building Safer Dialogue to Prevent Workplace Risks
In high-pressure workplaces, tension, misunderstandings, or silence can exacerbate risks in the field. A warning left unspoken, a danger left unreported, or a poorly interpreted exchange can hinder prevention efforts and create hazardous situations.
The Nonviolent Communication (NVC) workshop is part of a proactive prevention strategy. It empowers employees to see, speak, and listen more effectively. Through a relationship-based approach rooted in active listening, authentic expression, and mutual respect, communication becomes a key lever for safety, shared vigilance, and team cohesion.
OBJECTIVE
Develop compassionate communication skills to strengthen prevention and safety in the workplace.
CONTENT
- Topics covered :the 4 pillars of NVC — Observation, Needs, Feelings, Request
- Role-playing and practical exercises
FORMAT
- Coaching :interactive discussions, role-playing, case studies
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Format & Target Audience
Available in both in-person and remote formats (led online by a certified VILT – Virtual Instructor-Led Training coach), this workshop is designed for all employees and leadership teams.
Recommended group size: 6 to 12 participants to ensure rich interaction and effective role-play exercises.
Learning Objectives
- Foster active relational vigilance: detect early warning signs before they escalate into problems
- Learn to express oneself clearly without judgment or harm, even in tense contexts
- Acquire the core principles of Nonviolent Communication to defuse conflict and foster cooperation
- Create a work environment that encourages early warning signals and risk prevention
- Promote a culture of secure and constructive dialogue within teams
Teaching Methods
This workshop uses an experiential approach combining:
- Concise and illustrated theoretical input
- Grounding bodywork exercises (inspired by NVC and mindfulness)
- Pair and group work
- Guided debriefs for reflection and insight
- Facilitated by a trainer specialised in relational communication and human factors in risk prevention.
Depending on the time available
Workshop Programme
1Knowing How to Speak and Knowing how to receive: Mastering the 4 Pillars of NVC
Participants learn a powerful method to approach dialogue differently:
- Observe without judging
- Identify and express one’s needs
- Clearly articulate one’s emotions
- Make respectful and actionable requests
Guided practice includes :
- Expressing disagreement without confrontation
- Receiving feedback without defensiveness
- Building active listening exchanges
Goal : Foster quality communication that builds trust, cooperation, and safetY.
2Role-Playing & Practical Scenarios
Realistic simulations help participants apply NVC tools:
- Speaking up in a high-tension scenario
- Reporting a hazard or unsafe behavior
- Responding to unexpected feedback or criticism
Goal : Reinforce positive communication habits through experience and peer feedback.
3Personal Action Plan
Each participant leaves with:
- Greater awareness of their own communication habits
- Practical steps to improve communication flow within their team
Why choose
this Workshop ?
By fostering a culture of kind, direct, and authentic exchange, you:
Reduce accident risks
linked to misunderstandings or omissions
Improve the work atmosphere
and mutual trust
Embed long-term
shared vigilance and engagement
Position people as the first
and most essential link in your prevention strategy
Communication is the foundation of all human interaction-and work relies on those interactions.
Learning to communicate assertively and transparently, both for oneself and others,
is key to establishing a well-managed health and safety culture.
Recommended Related Workshops
- Active Prevention through Shared Vigilance: Strengthen safety through field-level cooperation
- Distraction & Mental Overload: Identify and manage cognitive overload to prevent human error
- Leadership & Team Communication: Tools for managers and supervisors
- Stress Management: Practical techniques for everyday stress regulation
Conclusion & Call to Action
Improving workplace communication practices lays the foundation for lasting, human-centered, and effective prevention.
The Nonviolent Communication workshop provides your teams with concrete tools to foster calm dialogue,
strengthen their alerting skills, and help create a safer, more collaborative work environment.
Contact us to organise this workshop in your organisation or tailor it to your specific operational needs.
