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30-day news archives. That's the last thing we want. (Florida Today)
SoCal School Officials, Alums React To Va. Tech Slayings Apr 17, 2007
"At UCLA, protection of students, faculty, staff and visitors remains our top priority, and campus leadership works closely with the campus police department and units across campus. Whenever possible, we attempt to identify problematic situations and address them before they become more serious."Multiple campus committees work regularly on workplace violence issues, and police officer training includes scenarios involving shootings. "Officials with the USC Department of Public Safety said... (NBC4.tv, CA)
Southland Universities Speak Out After VT Shooting Apr 17, 2007
"Whenever possible, we attempt to identify problematic situations and address them before they become more serious."Multiple campus committees work regularly on workplace violence issues, and police officer training includes scenarios involving shootings. "Capt. David Carlisle of the USC Department of Public Safety said that security systems on campus are always being updated. "The university and our Department of Public Safety are constantly reevaluating the security measures we take to make... (CBS2.com, CA)
Crisis of confidence Apr 16, 2007
Some fear workplace violence may erupt ... Mr. Lawrence, who retired as a corporal, said he was speaking out now because the atmosphere in the RCMP between commissioned officers and the rank-and-file is so poisoned he fears workplace violence will erupt. (Globe and Mail)
Anti-violence group battles gun legislation Apr 11, 2007
The newly formed Floridians Against Workplace Violence hope to stop the momentum of a proposed measure to curtail a businesses' ability to regulate gun control on company property ... The ads' creators -- the newly formed Floridians Against Workplace Violence -- hope to stop the momentum of a National Rifle Association-driven measure in the Legislature to curtail businesses' ability to regulate what employees can bring onto company property ... Citing a U.S. Bureau of Labor statistic showing 439... (The Miami Herald)
Written drug policies offer safeguards to employers Apr 10, 2007
Drug use in the workplace not only curtails productivity, it also can lead to workplace violence and an increased number of accidents. Employment and legal officials advise companies to have a drug use policy and be aware of how to spot employees who may be on drugs. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Official: UW didn't follow policy in staffer's death Apr 6, 2007
If they had been told about the situation, human resources officials could have mobilized the school's workplace violence prevention assessment team ... In the aftermath of Griego's death, he said one positive outcome could be "that more people attend workplace violence prevention training so they have a better idea of what to do when situations like this come up.". (Longview Daily News, WA)
Miami Beach Police Chief Joins Verasys LLC Leadership Apr 4, 2007
They gather and analyze information to enable businesses to minimize their risks by providing market intelligence, screening potential alliances, establishing security processes, investigating fraud, handling workplace violence, providing expert witness services and more. Chief DeLucca said the new Verasys Consulting LLC will tap into Verasys LLC resources to benefit its high-net-worth clients. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Fire captain fired after brawl with fellow captain Mar 29, 2007
No criminal charges were filed and no one was arrested but the Windsor Fire Protection District's attorney, William J Arnone Jr., said Collier had violated the District's workplace violence policy. mployment has been terminated on violations of District policies, said Arnone. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
'Send help you lazy jerk!' Mar 24, 2007
Though the sample size was small--just 48 people--it highlights the larger problem of workplace violence in health care settings. Nurses, in particular are both physically and verbally abused. (Chicago Tribune)
Courthouse security comes at a cost Mar 23, 2007
"Workplace violence is also an important point," Wilber said. "Weekly in the paper you read of a disgruntled employee bringing a weapon to a workplace.". (Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil, IA)
FEUD PRECEDED RESIGNATION Mar 22, 2007
Her letter said she was reporting his behavior as part of the employee manual regarding workplace violence. Plemons, who was hired about 10 months ago, did not return a message left on her voice mail at work. (Orlando Sentinel -- News)
SMCC, chamber to offer worker training program Mar 14, 2007
He will send out a list of 62 possible courses, ranging from accident investigation to forklift operations to workplace violence, and ask employers what they need. The school and chamber will use the answers to determine what course to offer next. (Enterprise-Journal)
In harm's way Mar 11, 2007
Such workplace violence is hurting an area of medicine already struggling with doctor shortages. Fewer medical students are entering general practice and recent government figures show that home visits - a setting prone to greater risk of violence - have declined from 3. (The Age, Australia -- Breaking News)
Study: Teens work late, long and in danger Mar 6, 2007
Working late "suggests the potential for interference with school or sleep, as well as potential for exposure to workplace violence that is more prevalent in the retail and service sectors than in other settings," the study said. "Many teens are performing tasks that are prohibited by current federal child labor laws. Our results also suggest gaps in both safety training and supervision of working teens because approximately one-third of the teens reported not receiving any safety training," it... (CNN -- Education)
Expanded mission for city codes office in the works: Mayor wants to add safety duties to department Mar 6, 2007
Hogan said there is a new New York State Workplace Violence Prevention Act, which aims at several different things, including safety and OSHA regulations for city employees and inspection of city facilities for safety purposes. Hogan said the current safety officer, James Pryor, is retiring in the fall, and he is thinking of combining the two positions. (Hornell Evening Tribune, NY)
Trolley rampage matches statistics Feb 19, 2007
The most frequent time of a killing rampage was between 9 a.m. and noon, suggesting many of the Monday morning mass murders were the result of workplace violence. Even though they did not meet the study's definitions for a mass murder, the shooting rampages at a Chevy's restaurant in Midvale in 2000, the Triad Center in 1999 and the LDS Church's Family History Library in 1999 all occurred on a Thursday. (Deseret News)
Hundreds of thousands of Canadians assaulted at work Feb 19, 2007
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Workplace violence - N.S. Unions representing more than 40,000 public sector workers have their say Feb 16, 2007
HALIFAX, Feb. 16 /CNW/ - The Coalition Against Workplace Violence (CAWV) which includes the Nova Scotia Teachers Union (NSTU), the Nova Scotia Nurses' Union (NSNU), the Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union (NSGEU) and CUPE, has told the provincial government bold legislative change is needed now ... Minister of Environment and Labour, Mark Parent, announced the department was seeking comments on their discussion paper (Addressing the Risk of Workplace Violence in Nova Scotia)... (Canada Newswire)
Violence, robbery all in a day's work, Statscan says Feb 16, 2007 ABA and NRA square off in fight over guns in employee parking lots Feb 10, 2007 Media Advisory - Unions to hold HRM forum on workplace violence Feb 9, 2007 The Workplace: It's called mobbing Feb 5, 2007 Workplace shooting suspect still in jail Jan 26, 2007 Bill would let workers have guns in cars Jan 24, 2007 Charges against hospital probed Jan 18, 2007 In the workplace: Dealing with violence and discrimination Jan 18, 2007 CNW Group Daybook for Thursday, January 11, 2007 ALL TIMES ARE LOCAL Jan 11, 2007 Aon Consulting sets up threat management unit Jan 4, 2007
One in five cases of sexual assault, physical attack or robbery takes place on the clock, according to a new study on workplace violence in Canada ... During that period, a total of 356,000 incidents of workplace violence were reported, making up about one fifth of all incidents during the study period ... Assault accounted for nearly three-quarters 71 per cent of episodes of workplace violence. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Bar Assn., NRA Battle Over Guns In Cars Feb 10, 2007
The American Bar Association says the issue is workplace violence and how to reduce it. The ABA, meeting in Miami, is expected to go on record early next week supporting the right of employers to exclude from the workplace and other private property, persons in possession of firearms or other weapons. (CBS News)
The American Bar Association says the issue is workplace violence and how to reduce it. The National Rifle Association says the question is whether employees can protect themselves on their drive home. (KFOR Oklahoma City, OK)
HALIFAX, Feb. 9 /CNW/ - Four of Nova Scotia's public sector unions will hold a forum open to all workers to discuss the importance of workplace violence legislation ... The Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union (NSGEU), Nova Scotia Teachers Union (NSTU), Nova Scotia Nurses' Union (NSNU) and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Nova Scotia are working together as the Coalition Against Workplace Violence ... In November 2006, the Coalition called on the provincial government... (Canada Newswire)
Although workplace violence is often not directly addressed in legislation, in a growing number of countries health and safety regulations oblige employers to provide a violence-free workplace. And the pattern of court decisions is supporting the prohibition on all forms of workplace aggression. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration or OSHA, 2 million Americans are victims of workplace violence every year. For more information on Oshas Workplace Violence Fact Sheet, visit. (10NBC.com, NY)
The Georgia Self Defense Act failed to pass last year partially because of pressure from business organizations that opposed it, saying the bill could increase the chance of workplace violence ... Stephanie Stuckey Benfield (D-Atlanta) said that she is concerned that the bill could lead to workplace violence or lead to domestic violence ... Andrew Arulanadam, director of public affairs for the National Rifle Association, said the organization discounts concerns about the bill leading to... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
The complaint to OSHA, filed in late July, alleged workplace violence, officials at the agency said. Because the law requires an inspection be completed within six months, officials expect it will be wrapped up by the end of January. (Boston Globe)
It is critical that each site manager and employee understand the process and responsibilities on preventive workplace violence and harassment. There is a standardized process to gather information and work with employees in a threatening situation. (Pensacola News Journal)
TORONTO, Jan. 11 /CNW/ - NOVA SCOTIA TIME: 11:00 EVENT: CANADA'S HOME, CAR AND BUSINESS INSURERS WILL ANNOUNCE THE LAUNCH OF A MULTI-FACETED PUBLIC EDUCATION CAMPAIGN CITY: HALIFAX LOCATION: Holiday Inn Select Seasons Restaurant 1980 Robie Street CONTACT: Amanda Dean, (902) 429-2730 x 226; or Sarah Moses, (902) 425-1860 x 225 URL: TIME: 19:00 EVENT: NOVA SCOTIA TEACHERS UNION TO HOLD FORUM ON WORKPLACE VIOLENCE CITY: SYDNEY LOCATION: Nova Scotia Community College Marconi Campus Room A147... (Canada Newswire)
Our careers define us," says Sujit Sheth, who left his job as a VP after a merger. "So when you're not working, it's hard to say, 'I'm unemployed (Crain's Chicago Business)
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