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October 2004

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health has released a DVD on preventing work-related homicides. Among other material, it contains a training program and OSHA guidelines. @ To download it or request a free hard copy go to SM Online.

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Legislators in North Carolina are considering a bill (S.B. 921) that would allow business owners to obtain a restraining order on behalf of an employee who is threatened by violence. The restraining order could be obtained to protect the employee from domestic violence or from a coworker. The order could be procured before any violence has occurred.

Book Reviews: Workplace Violence

The Psychology and Law of Workplace Violence: A Handbook for Mental Health Professionals and Employers.

By William Cottringer, Ph.D

Security professionals involved in preventing workplace violence will find The Psychology and Law of Workplace Violence to be an excellent reference. Although the book is long, the information is useful and is presented in an easy writing style.

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