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VERBAL VIOLENCE : When Words Wound

By Debra Littlejohn Shinder - Have you ever been wounded by words? I have, and most of you who are reading this probably have, too. As children, you might have recited the familiar rythme: "Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me." Even then, you probably sensed that it wasn't true. (Added: 7-May-2001 Hits: 1080 )

GUIDELINES FOR WORKPLACE VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAMS

By NSI - Violence in the health care industry is endemic. Although it is increasing in severity and frequency, violence against employees in areas such as psychiatric facilities, community mental health clinics, infirmaries in corrections departments, pharmacies and community care facilities has been a serious problem for many years. (Added: 21-Feb-2001 Hits: 3741 )

Violence In The Workplace - NIOSH

By NIOSH - This document reviews what is known about fatal and nonfatal violence in the workplace to determine the focus needed for prevention and research. The document also summarizes issues to be addressed when dealing with workplace violence in various settings such as offices, factories, warehouses, hospitals, convenience stores, and taxicabs. (Added: 23-Nov-2000 Hits: 1355 )

Domestic Violence Is a Workplace Problem

By Christina Morfeld - This article provides tips for dealing with an employee that you suspect is involved in an abusive relationship, strategies for creating a supportive work environment, and resources for victims, managers, and co-workers. (Added: 14-Sep-2002 Hits: 1010 )

You Can Prevent Liability From Workplace Conflicts

By NA - Supervisors know that they can be held liable for their abusive or improper actions toward employees. What many supervisors don%u2019t know is that they and their organizations can be held liable for actions between and among employees%u2026 when the supervisor fails to act to resolve the situation. (Added: 4-Sep-2003 Hits: 827 )

The Cost of Workplace Violence to American Business

By Kaufer & Mattman - In September of 1993, a Chicago-based National Safe Workplace Institute released a study pegging the cost of workplace violence at $4.2 billion annually. They estimated that in 1992, 111,000 violent incidents were committed in work environments, resulting in 750 deaths. (Added: 4-Sep-2003 Hits: 862 )

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