At What Point Does Employee Behavior Become a Risk?
The short answer Not when a policy is violated. Not when a threat is made. 👉 It becomes a risk the moment reasonable concern exists — and no one is sure what to do with it. The moment most organizations miss Risk rarely begins with an obvious incident. It starts earlier — subtler: A shift […]
Crisis Management Planning: Essential Steps to Protect Your Organization
Crisis Management Planning is essential in the face of uncertainty. Imagine standing on the edge of a cliff, the ground crumbling beneath you. This is a crisis—unpredictable, often unavoidable, and in many cases, survivable. The difference between falling into the abyss and standing firm could be as simple as having a plan. This is where […]
Preventing Workplace Violence at Public Events: Urgent Strategies for a Safer Environment
Introduction In today’s fast-paced world, conflicts often arise unexpectedly, challenging our ability to maintain composure and empathy. Did you know that effective conflict resolution can boost team performance by 2.5 times? Mastering the art of de-escalation is not just about defusing tension—it is about forging deeper connections and fostering understanding. Imagine a workplace where conflicts […]
Mastering De-escalation: Transforming Workplace Conflict into Connection
Introduction In today’s fast-paced world, conflicts often arise unexpectedly, challenging our ability to maintain composure and empathy. Did you know that effective conflict resolution can boost team performance by 2.5 times? Mastering the art of de-escalation is not just about defusing tension—it is about forging deeper connections and fostering understanding. Imagine a workplace where conflicts […]
Rethinking Zero Tolerance: The Power of Adaptive Policies in Workplace Violence Prevention
The Pitfalls of Zero Tolerance Policies Zero tolerance policies strive to apply strict consequences for specific violations to create a clear deterrent effect. On the surface, this seems straightforward and fair. However, these policies can have significant drawbacks. For instance, studies indicate that rigid policies may foster a culture of fear, where employees are hesitant […]
Domestic Violence is Not a Private Matter: Why Workplaces Need to Act
Introduction: Imagine being a victim of domestic violence. Afraid to go home, but also afraid to go to work for fear that the abuser might show up at the workplace, or that co-workers might notice the bruises and scars. Feeling isolated, ashamed, and helpless. This is the harsh reality for many victims of domestic violence, […]
Promoting a Safe Work Environment: Strategies for Workplace Violence Prevention
In today’s rapidly evolving work landscape, ensuring the safety and well-being of employees is paramount. Workplace violence, encompassing a range of harmful behaviors from physical altercations to verbal abuse and harassment, poses a significant threat to individuals and organizations alike. Understanding Workplace Violence Workplace violence manifests in various forms and can occur across all industries […]
Domestic Violence Indicators
Domestic Violence may not begin at the workplace, but it affects the victim’s workplace. It can happen to both men and women, but more often women. There are many warning signs that an employee is experiencing domestic abuse. Changes in behavior, subordinate behavior, and many other tell-tale signs, can indicate abuse in the relationship of […]
The 4 Types of Disasters Your Church Needs to Be Ready For
Today I wanted to talk about why it’s so important to have a well-trained Church Safety team in your church and the 4 main types of disasters your church needs to be ready for at all times. As a Risk Manager these are things I think about every day, and encourage you keep in mind […]
Stop The Violence!
Preventing Workplace Violence Workplace violence is a big security risk for today’s businesses. Statistics all say that most deaths in the workplace occur due to violence. Not death from equipment or death from natural disaster, but from workplace violence. People, both employees and customers, expect a safe environment. Workplace violence can have many repercussions across […]