Once upon a time, dangers in the workplace focused solely on equipment issues or malfunctions. In today’s work environment you must be aware of other risks such as extreme weather conditions, internal threats and updates on the location of onsite construction. Plans to keep employees safe must be adjusted accordingly as work environments change.
According to the National Safety Council, two million American workers report having been victims of workplace violence every year. Employees are often the first witnesses of any workplace violence and two-way communication can allow internal management or public safety officials to respond faster and prevent the situation from escalading any further. Tools like panic buttons can provide immediate notification of any strange or dangerous events, helping to reduce violent incidents.