What is Workplace Violence?

• Broad Issue "Any act in which a person is abused, threatened,
  intimidated or assulted in his/her employment"
  *Canadian Centre For Occupational Health & Safety - Violence in the Workplace Prevention Guide.
  - Threatening Behaviour
  - Verbal or Written Threats
  - Harassment
  - Verbal Abuse
  - Physical Attacks
• Location - All business related functions

Why Is Workplace Violence an Important Issue?

• Affects all business sectors and occupations
  
• Compliance to Government Regulation
  
• Organizational Image
  - Morale of Staff
  - Recruitment of quality Staff-
  - Strained Labour Relations
• Productivity/Cost Organizations
  
• Vicarious Liability (Due Diligence)