As a number of states across the US set out to tackle workplace violence via legislation, employers must commit to doing more or risk employee safety. From bullying, verbal threats to physical ...

California’s SB553, the nation’s first comprehensive and multi-industry workplace violence prevention law, has been in effect for almost a year. Many other states are following suit with their own ...

April marks Workplace Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to emphasizing the risks of workplace violence and necessary steps for prevention. This month serves as a crucial opportunity for ...

Question: I run a small non-profit. Last year, we implemented our workplace violence prevention plan and did comprehensive training for employees. Are there any periodic requirements we need to ...

Protecting a workforce from workplace violence presents complicated challenges for employers. Workplace violence incidents can emanate from myriad sources: a stranger, a customer, patient, or a ...

Workplace violence prevention remains a key issue across industries, particularly in healthcare. Becker’s has reported at least five hospital shootings in 2025. States are stepping in with legislation ...

Over the last few decades, violence against healthcare workers has emerged as a pervasive challenge in healthcare. Despite increased awareness, hospital settings remain among the most dangerous ...

A patient was in pain, frustrated because she felt like no one was listening to her. Emily Barksdale, a nursing student at UNC-Chapel Hill at the time, walked in and asked the patient to describe her ...

An overview of California’s workplace violence prevention plan (WVPP) law, which requires employers to implement written WVPPs, conduct employee training, and maintain incident logs and other records ...