Violence in the Workplace

Workplace Violence
-It is any act in which a person is abused, threatened, intimidated or assaulted in his or her employment. Workplace violence includes:

Threatening behaviour Verbal or written threats

Workplace Violence

Verbal assault Harassment Physical attacks

Risks for Workplace Violence

Occupational Groups
-health care employees -correctional officers -social services employees -teachers -public works employees -retail employees

Work-Related Factors
-working with the public -handling money, valuables or prescription drugs -carrying out inspection or enforcement duties -providing service, care, advice or education

Work-Related Factors
- working with unstable or volatile persons -working in premises where alcohol is served -working alone, in small numbers, or in isolated or low traffic areas

Work-Related Factors
-working in community-based settings -having a mobile workplace -working during periods of intense organizational change

Creating a Safe and Healthy Work Environment

Workplace Violence Prevention

Preventive measures generally fall into three categories:

Work practices

Workplace Design

Administrative Policies and Practices

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