Our final resource for this week’s theme of preventing domestic violence at work is from the Safe at Work Coalition. In addition to advice on writing a policy, the website has resources such as a risk assessment checklist, information on US state and federal legislation and advice on employee training. The entire website can be …
Monthly Archive: March 2007
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Mar 29 2007
The cost of domestic violence at work
A 2003 CDC report estimates the annual cost to US companies from lost productivity due to domestic violence is $727.8 million with over 7.9 million paid workdays lost per year. This is one of the many interesting facts listed on the website for the Corporate Alliance to End Partner Violence. The website has a number …
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Mar 28 2007
Add domestic violence to your workplace violence policy
Continuing yesterday’s topic of dealing with domestic violence at work, the Family Violence Prevention Fund website has sample policies for employers to incorporate into their existing workplace violence prevention programs. In addition to the sample general policy, examples are also given for; education and training, safety and security, employee leave, performance issues and employee benefits. …
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Mar 27 2007
Domestic Violence at Work
Domestic abuse has been the focus of many media reports over the years. As domestic violence moves into the workplace, employers are just now realizing the impact domestic violence can have. Addressing domestic violence is an often overlooked part of many workplace violence prevention programs. All employers need to ensure their workplace violence prevention programs …
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