How to Avoid Workplace Violence

Workplace violence is real and can occur within any company in any industry. It is the employer’s job to make sure that proper detection and early correction is practiced to provide safe work environments for all staff members. Early detection is crucial for employers to notice as they need to correct problematic behavior before it escalates. Behaviors that can warn of potential violence: Frequent and intense arguing Alienation from team, customers and clients Constant bitter reactions to almost everything around them Verbal abuse to others around them Harassing other team members (sexually or non-sexually) Challenging authority If employers are properly managing and counseling employees then problematic behavior should always be nipped before they become true threats to the company and the employees they staff. It is your responsibility to ensure that you create and maintain a safe environment. Look for the above listed behaviors and make sure your addressing these as they occur.