Bystander Intervention In-Person Training
This course prepares legislative branch employees to recognize when and how to intervene effectively when they encounter offensive and potentially harassing conduct in the workplace. Through instructor-guided workplace scenarios, attendees apply practical bystander-intervention techniques that help prevent misconduct and support a respectful, professional workplace culture. Registration is required and is available only to current employees of the U.S. legislative branch. You can find the registration details
below in this newsletter.
Date: Monday, December 15, 2025
Time: Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Location: West Dining Room on the 6th Floor, Room LM-621 James Madison Building, Library of Congress
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Landscaping and horticultural service workers face a variety of potential hazards, including exposure to
chemicals, noise, and machinery. Learn more about how to support a proactive safety and health program in this multifaceted work environment by reading our latest Fast Fact, Grounds and Landscaping.
For more information about occupational safety and health (OSH) in the legislative branch, please e-mail the OCWR at OSH@ocwr.gov or call the OCWR office at (202) 724-9250.
OCWR Training Opportunities
The Congressional Accountability Act – Live Webinar
December 11, 2025
This training provides an overview of the rights afforded to covered legislative branch employees under the Congressional Accountability Act (CAA) and explains the role of the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights (OCWR) in administering the process for raising and resolving workplace rights disputes. It outlines the OCWR’s dispute-resolution procedures and the required deadlines for filing claims alleging violations of the CAA, including claims of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. Through instructor-guided scenarios and interactive polling, participants apply their understanding of the CAA’s protections and processes. Registration is required and is available only to current employees of the U.S. legislative branch.
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: Webinar only
Bystander Intervention – In-Person
December 15, 2025
This in-person training session will be held in the West Dining Room (Room LM-621) on the sixth floor of the James Madison Memorial Building of the Library of Congress. When in the presence of potentially discriminatory or retaliatory conduct, bystanders may, for a variety of reasons, choose not to get involved; this is known as the “bystander effect.” This training module defines the concepts of the bystander effect and bystander intervention theory; helps attendees recognize the importance of intervention; proposes strategies for when and how they may safely intervene; explains the impact of bystander intervention on
positive, professional workplace culture; and applies bystander intervention techniques through instructor-guided scenarios.
Date: Monday, December 15, 2025
Time: Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Location: West Dining Room on the 6th Floor, Room LM-621 James Madison Building, Library of Congress
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