Workplace Violence Prevention
Workplace violence encompasses any act or threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation, or other disruptive behavior that occurs at the work site. This can range from threats and verbal abuse to physical assaults and even homicide. It can impact and involve employees, clients, customers, and visitors.
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Suicide threats should always be taken seriously. The human resource professional or the employee's supervisor may be the first person to identify a potentially suicidal employee, so it is critical to recognize the warning signs.
On September 4, 2024, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed the “Retail Worker Safety Act,” which will require retail employers to develop and implement workplace violence prevention training, policies, and additional prevention measures. This becomes effective on March 3, 2025.
The state of Texas that has developed a workplace violence prevention standard for healthcare settings.
This toolkit provides information for employers on preparing for and responding to workplace violence incidents.