Workplace violence is a growing problem. Business owners are expected to keep their employees, residents, and customers safe on their property. When people don’t feel safe at work, it can drag down productivity and lead to attrition. Taking security measures is essential to maintain a safe workplace. Understanding the warning signs can prevent a tragedy.… Read More »
Workplace stalking is a growing issue, with 25% of stalking victims saying they met their stalker at work. It’s easy for people to stalk a coworker because they know where the victim is during working hours and often have access to their personal information. They may even be aided by other workers who don’t understand… Read More »
While crime, in general, is decreasing because of a variety of factors, workplace violence is on the rise. Short of turning your business into a remote-only workplace, how can you ensure the safety of your employees and customers without interfering with daily business? A response plan is essential in the event of a workplace incident,… Read More »
With so much of the day spent at work, you would expect feeling safe in the workplace is a given, but companies often fall short. In fact, recent data from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) indicates that one in seven Americans do not feel safe at work. Is that feeling justified? Maybe.… Read More »
The best security is prevention, not reaction. This fact is no more evident than in the workplace. People typically spend as much as a third of their lives at work, which can be rife with stress and clashing personalities. How big is this issue? According to an OSHA study on the topic, a whopping 18%… Read More »
When considering strategies to improve workplace safety, it’s common to focus on additional security guards or surveillance cameras. Both are part of a comprehensive security program, but what about the design of your office space? Is it leaving unacceptable vulnerabilities or making your security guards’ job harder? What impact does office space design have in… Read More »
With everything that goes on in your business, sometimes security measures may fall by the wayside. You may have a camera or two, but not much else. When you promote security in the workplace, you’re creating a safer environment for your employees and any clients/customers that come in. If you’re on the fence about adding… Read More »