Workplace violence???
it's more serious and frequent than you may imagine. In fact, in California, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, it is the fifth highest cause of workplace fatalities in general industry. It's higher than slips trips and falls. Often it's not even the employee causing the violence.
What is an employer supposed to do? Cal OSHA requires all employers to have a workplace violence prevention program. The deadline for creating and implementing the program is today! Need some general information?
Below is a summary of the new requirements:
New Workplace Violence Prevention Requirements:
- Risk Assessment:
- Conduct a thorough risk assessment to identify potential hazards related to workplace violence.
- Implement measures to mitigate identified risks.
- Prevention Plan:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive Workplace Violence Prevention Plan.
- Include policies and procedures for addressing incidents of workplace violence.
- Training:
- Provide mandatory training for all employees on recognizing, avoiding, and responding to potential workplace violence.
- Ensure training is updated regularly and documented.
- Incident Reporting:
- Establish clear procedures for reporting incidents of workplace violence.
- Ensure all reports are reviewed and addressed promptly.
- Employee Support:
- Offer support and resources for employees affected by workplace violence.
- Provide access to counseling and other support services.
- Review and Update:
- Regularly review and update the Workplace Violence Prevention Plan to ensure it remains effective and compliant with current regulations.
If you would like to learn more about how we can support your compliance efforts, please contact us today at (800) 433-9819 or visit our web site at calsafetysolution.com. Our team is ready to assist you in navigating these new requirements to maintain a safe work environment for your employees.
Sincerely
James Hernandez CHSO, Fall Protection Specialist, CEO
Cal Safety Solution LLC
510-384-0633 Direct
www.CalSafetySolution.com
800-433-9819
