Taking the Next Steps to Prevent Workplace Violence
Workplace violence prevention training is a critical step to ensure the safety of all employees. With this training, employees can learn how to recognize signs of potential workplace violence, and how to respond to it in the most effective manner.
Understanding the Impact of Workplace Violence
Violence in the workplace can have a devastating impact on individuals, teams, and organizations. As a result, employers must take proactive steps to prevent and address acts of violence in the workplace.
Workplace violence can result in direct financial losses, such as the cost of medical bills for the victim, costs associated with lawsuits, and lost wages due to missed work. Indirect financial losses include increased insurance premiums, increased security costs, and decreased productivity due to reduced morale among employees.
Low morale in the workplace can manifest itself in many ways, including increased employee turnover, decreased productivity, negative attitudes, and isolation. When employees feel unsafe and that violence is not taken seriously, they may experience a decrease in job satisfaction, leading them to consider whether the job is worth the risk.
Absenteeism resulting from workplace violence can have serious consequences for an organization. It can lead to lower productivity, reduced profits, and decreased morale. In addition, it can lead to increased staff turnover, as employees may feel unsafe coming to work and decide to quit their jobs.
Myths Surrounding Workplace Violence
Workplace violence is a serious issue that can have devastating consequences. Unfortunately, there are many myths and misconceptions surrounding workplace violence that can make it difficult to recognize and address.
Here are some myths to look out for:
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Workplace violence only happens to people in certain occupations.
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All workplace violence is physical.
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Workplace violence is a rare event.
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All workplace violence is caused by outside perpetrators.
Help Protect Employees with Workplace Violence Prevention Training
Helping over 8,000+ organizations create a safer, more inclusive company culture.
EasyLlama’s online training course helps employees navigate best practices for preventing workplace violence. This course provides an in-depth examination for how to help prevent workplace violence through reporting, de-escalation methods, and more. The course covers:
