Violence Prevention and Safety Protocols

"Welcome to Module 5 lesson 32: Violence Prevention and Safety Protocols. Before we dive into

the data, I need to be very clear: I am here to share research, industry best practices,

and real-world strategies. I am not an attorney, and nothing in any of the videos in these series should

be taken as legal advice. "The reality is that workplace violence is on the rise.

According to recent labor statistics, thousands of workers across all industries from retail to offices

to service experience some form of workplace violence every year. It isn't just 'the big news stories';

it’s the threats, the intimidation, and the physical altercations that never make the headlines.

In a small business, a single violent incident doesn't just cause physical harm; it can lead