Fast Facts
What is violence or the threat of violence against workers?
Workplace violence
Which type of violence is carried out by extremists and value-driven groups justified by their beliefs?
Type Five- Ideological Violence
What is NOT an action an employer should take?:
-Establish access card entry systems
-Require ID cards for employees and visitors
-Allow employees to bring unregistered guests
-Install increased lighting on work grounds
Allow employees to bring unregistered guests
Does working alone in a small group create increased risk for employees?
Yes
What is the most common type of workplace violence?
Assault
What is the type of workplace violence where the perpetrator has no prior relationship with the victim?
Type One- Criminal Intent
What is the importance of providing safety education for employees?
So they know what conduct is acceptable
Where is workplace violence more likely to come from?
Outside of the immediate workplace
The number of workplace violence incidents has _______ since 2015.
Decreased
What type of violence in the workplace is often perpetrated by someone who is not an employee or a former employee?
Type Four- Domestic Violence
What are the two forms of policy security measures that employers should enact in the workplace?
Premise security and Data security
How many American workers are victims of workplace violence each year?
2 million
Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSHA)
A robbery where the perpetrator has no connection to the target would fall under which type of workplace violence?
Type One- Criminal Intent
What is the best protection employers can offer to prevent workplace violence?
A zero-tolerance policy
What is NOT a beneficial way for employees to protect themselves against workplace violence?:
-Alert supervisors about any concerns
-Avoid traveling alone into unfamiliar locations
-Demand higher pay and fewer hours after a violence incident
-Carry minimal money
Demand higher pay and fewer hours after a violence incident
How many types of Workplace Violence incidents are there?
5
Type-Three incidents are usually motivated by ________
Work-related conflicts
What is a step employers are required to do following a workplace violence incident?:
-Report violent incidents to local police
-Provide counseling to the employee involved
-Do not get involved unless asked by the employee
-Allow the employee to file a police report
Report violent incidents to local police
What is the most frequent action against an employee who violates a zero-tolerance policy?
Termination