In order to understand the workplace health and safety requirements for occupational violence and your obligations under the law you must consider and understand relevant legislation and codes of practice.
What law applies
Legal obligations, workplace regulation
What is occupational violence?
Definition of threats and physical attacks
Sources of occupational violence
Most likely perpetrators, settings where violence can occur
Effects of occupational violence
Impact on workers and community, reaction to violence
Prevention and Control measures
Violence prevention plan, written records, several control measures
If violence occurs
Defence, first aid, work environment, debriefing, rehabilitation, support
Last updated 21 August 2008
Planning for prevention of occupational violence
For more information contact:
Queensland Government
Workplace health and safety infoline 1300 369 915
