Preventing Violence in the Workplace How serious is violence in the workplace? Here are the sobering facts: The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reports that homicide, due to workplace violence, is the leading cause of death for women in the workplace and the second leading cause of death for men. Further, current data suggest that 2,500 workers per 100,000 have been physically attacked on the job. Whether it's a bank, a shopping mall, a manufacturing facility, a computer firm, or a brokerage house, it seems that no workplace setting is completely immune from this potential threat to employee safety. E-Seminar Description: In this practical and highly topical web-based workshop, participants will learn the facts, figures, and underlying causes of workplace violence, as well as specific actions and strategies that are available to organizations so that this threat can be prevented or greatly reduced. Main topics include: What are the major causes of workplace violence? Who poses the most risk? How can I spot the warning signs? If I'm aware of an "at risk" employee or situation, what should I do next? What policies and procedures work best in preventing workplace violence? How can I communicate to my people that their safety and welfare is a top priority? The workshop will include lecture, on-line polling, audio-visual support, and actual case discussion and analysis. Each attendee will develop an action plan for more effective management of potential workplace violence issues. Instructional Objectives: As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to: Describe the extent and costs of workplace violence Identify types of individuals most prone to violent workplace outbursts Identify early warning signs Discuss actions that can be taken to prevent potential situations from escalating Develop an action plan for more effective management of workplace violence issues in your organization

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