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Strategy development in dealing with violence against employees in the workplace
1Faculty of Life and Health Sciences, University of Ulster, Jordanstown Campus, Shore Road, Newtownabbey, Co. Antrim BT37 0QB, Northern Ireland. P.Fleming@ulster.ac.uk
The Journal of the Royal Society for the Promotion of Health
|February 1, 2003
Summary
Creating health promoting workplaces requires addressing workplace violence. This paper outlines a framework for preventing violence, managing incidents, and supporting employees to foster a healthier work environment.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Workplace Safety
- Public Health
Background:
- Health promoting workplaces are a significant development in contemporary occupational health.
- Workplace violence presents a critical challenge to employee well-being and organizational health.
- Existing literature provides a foundation for understanding and addressing workplace violence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To critically review the international literature on workplace violence.
- To formulate an inclusive definition of workplace violence.
- To propose a framework for developing and implementing workplace violence policies.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of current approaches to workplace violence.
- Development of a comprehensive definition of workplace violence.
- Construction of a policy framework encompassing needs assessment, prevention, incident management, and support.
Main Results:
- An inclusive definition of workplace violence is proposed.
- A framework for workplace violence policies is outlined, covering prevention, incident management, and post-incident support.
- The importance of education, training, and communication strategies is highlighted.
Conclusions:
- A coherent and well-planned workplace violence strategy is essential for health promoting workplaces.
- Proactive measures in prevention, management, and support are crucial.
- Organizations must prioritize the development and implementation of robust violence prevention policies.
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