Violence In The Workplace Policy

Policy brief & purpose

It's in LUNR's priorities to provide a safe workplace for employees and for visitors to the workplace. This policy explains what are the non-accepted type of violent behavior and the consequences for it.

Scope

This policy applies to all employees.

Policy Elements

“Workplace violence” refers to physical acts of violence or threats to harm a person or property. Abusive behaviors, whether verbal, psychological or physical, are also considered violence. More specifically:

• Verbal abuse can be using unwelcome, embarrassing, offensive, threatening or degrading language.

• Psychological abuse is an act that provokes fear or diminishes a person’s dignity or self-esteem.

• Sexual abuse is any unwelcome verbal or physical assault.

Examples of violent behavior among co-workers include but are not limited to:

• Intimidating or bullying others

• Abusive language

• Physical assault

• Threatening behavior

• Concealing or using a weapon

• Sexual or racial harassment

Procedure

Our company doesn’t tolerate violence. Employees must report any concerns or violent acts to HR as soon as possible.

Policy Violation

In case this policy is not abode by employees the following actions will be taken (depending on the severity of the behavior):

• Corrective Action Plan (CAP): if a minor violation
• Termination of Employment: if a severe violation