Violence at work, ranging from bullying and mobbing, to threats by psychologically unstable co-workers, sexual harassment and homicide, is increasing worldwide and has reached epidemic levels in some countries.
There is much ongoing debate about the nature and definition of workplace violence. Bulatao and VandenBos4 identify the three key issues as follows: '...it is important to understand what workplace violence actually covers.
... lifestyle characteristics as age, martial status, gender and the risk of victimization. Whilst lifestyle theory establishes a link between demographic characteristics and victimization, it could also be postulated that businesses have ...
This report provides an understanding of the nature of workplace violence, and suggests ways of preventing it.
This book fills that need. We believe it is the first to offer both general and specific information and advice from a managerial point of view.