Jacksonville Division: Prevention of Workplace Violence

Workplace violence has become so significant a threat to staff and corporate well being that it has become a issue for top level discussions and actions. Workplace violence has increased in recent years making it an important issue for companies to establish a prevention plan. Staff must be made aware of the issue, causes and the effects it can have on all staff. The issue must start with the interview process for new staff. Companies need to establish and enforce a no tolerance policy with staff responsible to investigate any allegations and respond appropriately to any concern brought to their attention. An employee who has an allegation made against them must be removed from that workplace immediately until the matter is fully investigated. Times when management should have a heightened concern are during any individual crisis and especially at a termination.