Just because we’re at work, wrapped up in our tasks, doesn’t necessarily mean we’re immune to negative circumstances such as violence. The sad truth is that workplace violence is a very real thing, warranting proper safety precautions to prevent tragic damage often caused by it.
As the infographic states, each year about 2 million people are victims of workplace violence- a very unsettling statistic. The best thing we can do is be prepared for the various ways that workplace violence can manifest, and take steps to protect ourselves and our workplaces.
The following infographic breaks down facts and figures regarding violence, and aims to educate workers about it’s prevalence so that we can implement a solid plan that prevents violence from having a large negative impact. Ideally, we can all take steps to prevent any violence from springing up in our workplaces. Though this infographic does a great job of telling us how important it is to take preventative measure, it doesn’t necessarily tell us what steps you can take. Take it upon yourself to reach out to your HR department to familiarize yourself with the workplace violence response plan they likely have.
