Know the Warning Signs

Some people commit violence because of revenge, robbery or ideology – with or without a component of mental illness. While there is no way to predict an attack, you can be aware of behaviours in coworkers that might signal future violence:

• Excessive use of alcohol or drugs
• Unexplained absenteeism, change in behaviour or decline in job performance
• Depression, withdrawal or suicidal comments
• Resistance to changes at work or persistent complaining about unfair treatment
• Violation of company policies
• Emotional responses to criticism, mood swings
• Paranoia

After this workshop, you will be able to:

1. Define workplace violence
2. Recognize the risk factors associated with workplace violence
3. Recognize some strategies to prevent workplace violence

Who should do this training: This training is suitable for everyone in an organisation and it aims to give a sense of protection and control over anger. It is more effective for the following professions.

• Nurses and doctors
• Hospitality staff
• Stock exchange brokers
• Bank Cashiers
• Railway Staff
• Construction managers
• Facilities Managers
• Teachers and headteachers