Workplace Violence
Resource pages for "Workplace Violence"-related posts for facility managers (FMs), building operations professionals and decision-makers in all industry sectors.
Americans Concerned For Loved Ones’ Safety In Medical Facilities
With workplace violence incidents in healthcare on the rise, a new GHX survey reveals that 88% of Americans believe hospitals and medical facilities should feel as safe as airports.
Employees Say Workplace Safety Is More Important Than Ever
Workplace safety in America isn't all about Covid-19: A new study finds workers still worry about emergencies like cyberattacks, severe weather, significant outages, and workplace violence.
Does Your Security System Enhance Workplace Safety?
Workplace safety can be a serious challenge and business expense for any organization but AI video analytics can help bridge the gap between incident and response by quickly identifying and addressing hazards before they become problems.
Intelligence Failures Result In Physical Threats, Harm, Disruption
As companies begin to return to the office, new study reveals security and IT leaders agree physical threats will increase exponentially.
One Third Of Small Businesses Experience Workplace Violence
Four in 10 managers believe workplace violence is getting worse, and workers are anxious about their safety and security, according to a new HSB survey.
“Red Flag” Law In California Expands To Workplaces And Schools
In the state, the authorization to seek a restraining order to remove firearms from possession of an individual who is deemed a threat is now expanded to employers, coworkers, and teachers.
Top 3 Workplace Hazards: Existing Technologies Can Save Lives
A new National Safety Council report identifies the most relevant workplace hazards and maps more than 100 technologies to mitigate the risks.
House Of Representatives Passes Workplace Violence Bill
The legislation protects healthcare workers by requiring employers to implement comprehensive, worker-driven workplace violence prevention plans.
Did You Miss Our “Active Shooter Preparedness For Facility Managers” Webinar?
What should you be doing to prepare prior to an active shooter incident? What actions should your team take during an incident? View this free video webinar and find out.
Webinar: Active Shooter Preparedness For Facility Managers
What should you be doing to prepare prior to an active shooter incident? What actions should your team take during an incident? Join us for this free webinar and find out.
Facility Executive | August 2019 Issue
The August 2019 issue looks at workplace violence, security trends, and fire safety.Plus HVAC controls, roofing maintenance, energy storage, and more.
An Eye On Workplace Violence
Here are seven best practices to reduce your organization’s workplace violence risk and be better prepared if incidents do occur.
New Report Examines Wide Range Of Mass Violence Solutions
In the wake of mass shootings in El Paso, Dayton, and Gilroy, the behavioral health-based report recommends a community wide response to violence.
One Out Of Seven People Don’t Feel Safe At Work
Workplace violence is on the rise, and new SHRM data demonstrates need for more workplace violence education, prevention, and training.
Active Shooter Training Needed In The Workplace
More than a third of employed Americans are not confident they know what to do if an active shooter enters a building they are in, according to a new poll.
Violence In Emergency Departments On The Rise
New research shows violence in America's emergency departments is increasing, causing harm to physicians, staff, and patients.
Pinkerton Presents Free Workplace Violence/Active Shooter Training
The free workplace violence and active shooter training seminar for business leaders and C-suite executives attracted nearly 200 attendees in Florida. More are planned across the U.S.
Harassment, Workplace Violence Most Challenging Employer Issues Of 2018
Cyber security, workforce planning, immigration, medical marijuana, the Affordable Care Act also among the big challenges facing employers in 2018, according to a new XpertHR survey.
Mobile Employees Expect Protection When Off-Site
More than 80 percent of employers feel responsible for locating, sharing information with, and confirming safety of mobile employees during critical events, but find it challenging, finds a new report from Everbridge.
Workplace Violence Insurance Offered
XL Catlin has entered into an exclusive underwriting agreement with The McGowan Companies to provide workplace violence insurance to U.S. businesses.