Violence refers to physical force that causes injury to a worker and includes any verbal statement or behaviour that gives one reasonable cause to believe that they’re in danger. It can have a significant impact on workers’ physical and psychological health and safety.
You should never feel that violent or aggressive behaviours are "part of the job." Always be aware of potentially violent situations and report any acts of violence in the workplace.
Check out the Violence Risk Assessment Toolkit, Point of Care Assessment resources, videos, education workshops, safety huddles, templates, and various WorkSafeBC resources to learn more about violence prevention tools and strategies and help prevent violence in your workplace.
As one of the leading causes of injury for healthcare workers in BC, violence in the workplace is a complex issue requiring a multi-faceted response. Investing in violence prevention training and strategies can make workplaces safer for workers and improve the quality of care for residents and clients. Our Provincial Violence Prevention Curriculum Train the Trainer workshops are a great way to train your staff in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
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As a partner and advocate for safer workplaces, I believe addressing the workplace violence crisis demands a shift in perspective—and a shared commitment to take action together.
