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Urgent Need for Enhanced Workplace Violence Prevention Measures

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has recently published new statistics on workplace violence for 2022/23. The data, taken from the Crime Survey England and Wales, highlights the pressing need for improved safety measures and underscores the importance of protecting employees from violent acts while at work.

Key Statistics from 2022/23:

• 649,000 Incidents of violence at work in 2022/23.
• Incidents included 360,000 threats and 288,000 assaults.
• 41% of these incidents resulted in injury, while 59% had no injury. Injuries ranged from minor bruising and black eyes to severe bruising, cuts, stab wounds, concussions, and other serious injuries.
• An estimated 62% of workplace violence offenders were strangers to the victim. Among 38% of incidents where the offender was known, they were most often a client or member of the public known through work.
• Respondents in protective service occupations faced the highest risk of assaults and threats at 8.6%, which is six times the average risk of 1.4% across all occupations. Health and social care associate professionals also faced a higher-than-average risk at 4.4%.
• Offenders were reported to be under the influence of alcohol in 49% of threats and 30% of assaults at work. Drug influence was noted in 35% of threats and 24% of assaults.
• Annually, around 44,000 workers in Great Britain sustained non-fatal injuries because of physical violence at work, making up about 8% of all workplace non-fatal injuries.

Addressing the Challenge with a Workplace Violence Checklist

Considering these findings, SoloProtect has developed a comprehensive Workplace Violence Prevention Checklist. This tool is designed to assist employers in conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing effective measures to mitigate the risks of workplace violence. You can download this tool for free.

How SoloProtect Devices Can Help

SoloProtect’s innovative safety devices offer critical support in preventing and responding to workplace violence incidents.

Red Alert: This 24/7 panic alarm allows lone workers to instantly connect with a monitoring centre at the press of a button, ensuring they receive immediate assistance during an emergency.

Man Down Alarm: This feature detects when a worker is incapacitated, such as after a violent attack, and automatically triggers an alert to get help quickly.

Ready2Talk: An innovative chaperone service designed to support workers when there is a clear safety risk. This feature opens up a two-way conversation with our operators, which can be used in high-risk situations like encounters with previously violent people.

Check-In: Workers can leave check-in messages detailing their status and location, which is invaluable in ensuring their safety when an incident occurs.

Mass Notification System: Available on the SoloProtect Mobile App, employers can use this system to send out urgent alerts and updates, keeping all workers informed about potential threats or safety protocols.

The newly released statistics highlight the critical importance of addressing workplace violence. Employers must proactively protect their employees, especially those in high-risk occupations. By utilising tools like the SoloProtect safety devices and the Workplace Violence Prevention Checklist, organisations can significantly enhance their safety measures and ensure a secure working environment for all employees. For more information on how SoloProtect can help safeguard your workforce, read more about our solutions and how customers keep their employees safe in our case studies.

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