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Newsletter #58 June 21, 2019 |
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| Workplace Violence Numbers are Up! I was reading the latest HR Magazine article by Roy Maurer about Workplace Violence and read the statistic that 48% of HR Professionals have reported that their organizations have experienced workplace violence. In 2012, that number was 36%.
As our society has grown more volatile over the past few decades, our organizations should take workplace violence seriously and make a commitment to develop a culture of safety.
Does your organization have a “zero tolerance” Workplace Violence Policy? Do you train your employees on how to prevent and respond to situations that may escalate to dangerous levels? The time to prepare is before the threat happens.
Maurer highlighted the following actions to prevent workplace violence:
- Implement a “Zero Tolerence” workplace violence policy
- Develop policies regarding visitor security and weapons at work
- Work with building security and local law enforcement in risky terminations
- Review what can and cannot be done to lawfully restrict employees from possessing weapons or workplace property
- Counsel those in termination meetings on de-escalation techniques; the use of calm, nonconfrontation approach; and how to avoid physical contact with the affected employee
- Offer outplacement services, resume help, and if appropriate, a letter of reference to the terminated employee
- Keep termination meetings brief, and schedule them for a time in the day to minimize confrontation and embarrassment
- Conduct audits to identify workplace security issues and correct the findings
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| | | Upcoming Training & Networking Opportunities
November 7: Fall Conference, The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Oconee
Our Fall Calendar is being finalized with the Fall Leadership Series, PHR/SPHR classes and the Leadership Academy. Stay tuned for new training opportunities! |
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