Violence at work is a serious issue that can happen in many ways.
This part will help you understand different topics related to violence at work and how to deal with them.
β What the Policy Says:
The company will let you know if someone with a history of violence might be a risk at work. They'll only tell you if you might see this person while doing your job.
π Why It's Important:
Knowing about someone's past can help keep everyone safe. The company will try to keep this info private as much as possible.
β What the Policy Says:
You have the right to refuse work that you think is dangerous. This includes situations where you think violence could happen.
π Why It's Important:
Your safety comes first. If you say no to unsafe work, your manager and a safety team will check things out.
β What the Policy Says:
If something really bad like a robbery happens, don't try to stop it. Make sure you're safe first, then tell your manager.
π Why It's Important:
Your safety is the top priority. Don't try to handle dangerous situations yourself; let the managers and authorities deal with it.
β What the Policy Says:
We have a lot of respect for your privacy and don't want to intrude on your personal lives, however, domestic violence is a problem that can spill into the workplace.Β
If you are experiencing domestic violence we encourage you to privately speak with a manager so that we can take steps to keep you safe in the workplace. We are committed to privacy and will not share your private information with anyone. We just want to make sure everyone is safe at work!
π Why It's Important:
Violence at home can also make the workplace unsafe. The company will take steps to protect you and will only share info with people who need to know.