Workplace Violence

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Violence in the workplace is a major security concern. In providing safety for building occupants, security managers must address a wide range of considerations. Prevention through environmental design, physical barriers, perimeter security, and interior physical security are all factors that deter potential criminal acts.

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"Violence in the workplace is a major security concern. In providing safety for building occupants, security managers must address a wide range of considerations. Prevention through environmental design, physical barriers, perimeter security, and interior physical security are all factors that deter potential criminal acts. Electronic security systems and devices play an increasingly large role in the reduction of workplace violence. The key is to maximize uncertainty for the potential violent offender.

Workplace violence can be classified by its three types of perpetrators: strangers, clients, and employees. Stranger violence includes such acts as robbery and shooting of gas station attendants or retail workers. Client violence is typified by the shooting of a lawyer by a plaintiff. Employee ..."

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