Violence in the Workplace: A Prevention and Management Guide for Businesses (Paperback)

by Anthony Baron Ph.D. (Author) "Violence has been a recurring nightmare in organizations throughout the United States..." (more)
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Product Description
This useful resource provides proven methods for preventing and managing violence in the workplace-helping companies in the development of a sound violence-prevention plan. Managers and employees will learn how to recognize signs and indicators of potential violence, how to deal with explosive situations, and what steps to take after an eruption has occurred. Case examples illustrate these problems, and new laws and principles are examined.

About the Author
S. Anthony Baron is a recognized pioneer in workplace violence prevention. He is the author of Violence in Our Schools, Hospitals, and Public Places and is featured in the video training series Dying to Work and Violence in the Workplace: From Prevention to Intervention. He lives in San Diego, California.

Product Details

• Paperback: 185 pages
• Publisher: Pathfinder Publishing; 2nd edition (February 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0934793700
• ISBN-13: 978-0934793704
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #632,450 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The human side of workplace violence, June 5, 2000

By	Debra Norman (Highland Park, New Jersey) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Violence in the Workplace: A Prevention and Management Guide for Businesses (Paperback)

Baron's book gives the reader a comprehensive review of the human side of workplace violence in an easy-reading format. The first few chapters review a variety of national incidents and how the events affected victims, friends, relatives, co-workers, and the organizations where the violent incidents took place. Perhaps the most helpful part of Baron's book is his inclusion of Maslow's hierarchy which helps the reader to understand why some people behave in threatening or violent ways. The second half of the book covers prevention, hiring practices, training, and how to change employee behaviors to prevent violence. This is a great book to keep in your reference library or to use as a quick refresher when faced with an employee who shows signs of potential violence or uncivil behavior. I highly suggest reading the book if you are involved with drafting a workplace violence policy.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The human side of workplace violence, June 5, 2000

By	Debra Norman (Highland Park, New Jersey) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Violence in the Workplace: A Prevention and Management Guide for Businesses (Paperback)

Baron's book gives the reader a comprehensive review of the human side of workplace violence in an easy-reading format. The first few chapters review a variety of national incidents and how the events affected victims, friends, relatives, co-workers, and the organizations where the violent incidents took place. Perhaps the most helpful part of Baron's book is his inclusion of Maslow's hierarchy which helps the reader to understand why some people behave in threatening or violent ways. The second half of the book covers prevention, hiring practices, training, and how to change employee behaviors to prevent violence. This is a great book to keep in your reference library or for use as a refresher when faced with an employee who shows signs of potential violence or uncivil behavior.