Work-related violence is ‘never part of the job’, says safety campaign

A new awareness campaign launched by the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) aims to highlight employers’ duty to protect workers, with the message that work-related violence is “never part of the job”.

The campaign is designed to raise awareness amongst employers of their legal duties in protecting employees from potential threats of violence or aggressive behaviour from external parties in the workplace.

It also provides guidance on implementing best practices and preventive measures to create safer, more supportive working environments for workers.

The new campaign highlights the growing need for vigilance and proactive management in industries where employees may be particularly vulnerable to work-related violence and aggression from the public, such as healthcare, retail, hospitality and public services, the HSA said.

Dr Adrienne Duff, assistant chief executive for occupational health at the HSA, said: “The safety of employees must be a top priority for every employer….