Workplace Violence Plans, Policies & Procedures

OVERVIEW

Workplace Violence is more than just headlines… it hurts your people and your bottom line, with lost time, turnover, lawsuits and enforcement actions. For Supervisors and Managers the Number One cause of death and serious injury is Workplace Violence. An average related lawsuit award is $3MM. The average settlement is $600K. Can you afford not to know the risks and remedies

WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND

Workplace violence continues to emerge as an important issue in business and employers need to take the lead in prevention and mitigation efforts.  Violence in the workplace can originate from many sources, opportunistic criminals, customers, vendors, current and former employees and domestic violence spilling over into the work place. OSHA does not have a specific requirement mandating employers to protect their employees from on the job violence.  It is also true that after a violent incident OSHA will levy fines and enforcement actions using the “General Obligation Clause” that states workers must be protected against “foreseeable hazards”.

Taking  proactive steps to address workplace violence directly benefits employers by providing:

• Reduced exposure to liability and enforcement action in the event of an incident.  Related lawsuits result in average settlements of $600,000 and average jury awards of $3 Million.
• Comply with government and industry standards.
• Maintaining job satisfaction and reducing employee turnover.
• Establishing a brand as an employer of choice.
• Providing some protection from increased Worker’s Comp and other insurance premiums

AREAS COVERED

• Scope and Impact of Violence in the Workplace
• Typography of Workplace Violence
• Management & Employee Involvement
• Worksite Analysis
• Hazard Prevention & Control
• Safety Training
• Recordkeeping & Evaluation
• Responding to Workplace Violence Incidents

WHO WILL BENEFIT

“C” Level Executives, Manager, Supervisors, Security, Risk Management, Human Resources, and Employee Wellness Professionals.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• The scope and impact of workplace violence in business settings.  How common is it?  What is the financial cost?  How does it impair the ability of a business organization to provide conduct commerce and attract as well as retain employees?
• The four types of workplace violence and their associated risk factors.
• Elements of an effective workplace violence prevention program.
• Management Commitment and Employee Involvement

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