Statistics show that in some industry sectors more than 5% of staff experience violent behaviour or threats whilst they are at work. If your staff are at risk, use our template policy to set out how
you manage the issue.
Published 04.12.2017
A recent study looked at the risks of violence and mistreatment at work and showed that the problem was more widespread than previously thought. What were the findings?
Published 09.12.2011
A council has received a fine of £104,000 after a teacher was attacked by a student and left seriously injured. What circumstances led to the assault and why was the council in court?
Published 10.11.2020
Statistics have been collated from government sources to show the present risk of violence in the workplace. What do the figures show, and if your staff are at risk, what control measures should you
put in place?
Published 11.06.2019
Unfortunately it is more and more likely that staff will be faced with having to deal with a violent incident in the workplace or travelling to and from work. What should you do after a serious
incident to support your staff and prevent further problems?
Published 09.05.2023
A study has found that retail workers are suffering from serious mental health issues, including post-traumatic stress disorder, as a result of violence in the workplace. Is this something which
could affect your staff?
Published 29.10.2019
Statistics from government sources have been collated to show the present risk of violence in the workplace. What does the study show and has the picture changed over recent years?
Published 21.07.2017
Data obtained by Unison shows an alarming increase in violent offences committed against NHS staff in England. What are the details, and if you have a similar problem, what can be done to improve the
situation?
Published 21.06.2018
According to a union which represents retail staff, measures introduced because of coronavirus have fuelled a 100% rise in the number of assaults against its workers. What’s the story?
Published 28.09.2020