Workplace Violence

Over the past few years since the pandemic the uptick in workplace violence has increased significantly. Media coverage of these events has made the population aware of the situation and several companies have utilized new methods in hiring employees. It seems as though every other week another story is reported on a violent death occurring at a workplace because of a disgruntled or former employee, a domestic dispute playing out at work, or a physical fight between workers. In the United States, workplace violence has increased. In many instances, workplace homicide has become a leading cause of fatal occupational injuries. While a fatal occurrence is the most extreme form of workplace violence, it represents a very small number of workplace violence incidents. Most incidents that occur at the workplace deal with less severe outcomes. These incidents include assault, threats, bullying, harassment, and other violent acts, and continue to occur at an alarming rate. It is estimated that two million American workers report being a victim of workplace violence each year with many more acts of violence going unreported.