02/06/2023

Workplace Violence

Steps to response and prevention

On Nov. 22, 2022, a Virginia Walmart employee reportedly opened fire in a staff break room, killing six co-workers and injuring several others. On Jan. 23, 2023, a California mushroom farm employee shot and killed seven people at two locations, one of which was his place of employment.

These tragedies are just two examples of workplace violence that has become all too common in the United States. Every year, thousands of American workers report that they witness or are victims of workplace violence, ranging from harassment to homicide.

These incidents also often lead to reports of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Please select this link to read the complete article from JDSUPRA written by OSAP Strategic Partner Frantz Ward.