Workplace Violence
Workplace violence is a serious concern that encompasses any act or threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation, or other disruptive behavior that occurs at the worksite. It can originate from employees, clients, customers, or even domestic partners of employees. Workplace violence can lead to physical injury, emotional trauma, and even fatalities, impacting both individuals and the organization as a whole. Employers should implement comprehensive violence prevention programs that include policies, procedures, and training aimed at identifying early warning signs, de-escalating volatile situations, and responding effectively to incidents. Creating a supportive and respectful work environment, promoting open communication, and providing resources for employees in distress are essential steps in mitigating the risk of workplace violence and ensuring the safety and well-being of all employees.
When Discipline Is Necessary and When It Destroys Learning in Workplace Safety
This article explains how safety leaders can distinguish between human error, at-risk behavior, and reckless conduct while protecting accountability and long-term prevention.
From Incident Investigation to Learning Review: How to Move Beyond Fault-Finding in Workplace Safety
Learning reviews move beyond blame to examine systemic contributors, improve due diligence, strengthen reporting culture, and reduce repeat violations.
Stop Asking “Who Did It?” and Start Asking “How Did This Make Sense at the Time?”
This article explores how systemic thinking, human factors, and fair investigation practices reduce repeat violations, strengthen reporting culture, and improve long-term safety performance across North America.
How to Use Workplace Incidents to Build a Learning Culture Instead of a Blame Culture
This article explains how leading North American safety teams use real events to build a learning culture instead of a blame culture, improve reporting, strengthen investigations, and reduce repeat violations.
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When Discipline Is Necessary and When It Destroys Learning in Workplace Safety
This article explains how safety leaders can distinguish between human error, at-risk behavior, and reckless conduct while protecting accountability and long-term prevention.
From Incident Investigation to Learning Review: How to Move Beyond Fault-Finding in Workplace Safety
Learning reviews move beyond blame to examine systemic contributors, improve due diligence, strengthen reporting culture, and reduce repeat violations.
Stop Asking “Who Did It?” and Start Asking “How Did This Make Sense at the Time?”
This article explores how systemic thinking, human factors, and fair investigation practices reduce repeat violations, strengthen reporting culture, and improve long-term safety performance across North America.
How to Use Workplace Incidents to Build a Learning Culture Instead of a Blame Culture
This article explains how leading North American safety teams use real events to build a learning culture instead of a blame culture, improve reporting, strengthen investigations, and reduce repeat violations.
The First 24 Hours After a Workplace Incident and How Leaders Set the Tone for Blame or Learning
This article explains how safety leaders can respond with structured investigation, transparent communication, and psychological safety to strengthen reporting, reduce repeat violations, and improve long-term safety performance.
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Date: March 19, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (PST) Speakers: Glenn Demby