New Safety Guidelines: Reducing Violence Risk in All Workplaces.
This law requires federal agencies to study workplace violence and develop official, non-binding safety guidelines for employers. The goal is to provide businesses—from retail stores to hospitals—with practical recommendations on security measures, staff training, and physical barriers to better protect employees from threats and violent incidents. While the guidelines are voluntary, they offer a standardized approach to improving safety across diverse work environments.
Key points
Mandates a federal study by NIOSH to identify effective strategies for preventing violence in various workplaces.
Requires OSHA to issue non-mandatory guidance within four years, covering security technology (e.g., detectors, access control) and staff procedures (e.g., de-escalation training, adequate staffing).
The guidance is tailored to specific environments like schools, hospitals, grocery stores, and restaurants, acknowledging their unique risks.
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