As workers transition from being isolated at home—whether working remotely or furloughed and waiting to return—some experts fear a rise in workplace violence. HR professionals can take proactive steps to minimize this risk.
“Always remember that workplace violence is generally progressive or evolutionary in nature. The earlier in the evolution it is addressed, the better your chances of a positive outcome for your organization,” said Brent O’Bryan, SHRM-SCP, senior vice president of training and organizational effectiveness at security services provider Allied Universal.
