Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act

Bill 118 hr 2663, also known as the Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act, aims to address the issue of workplace violence in the healthcare and social service industries. The bill recognizes that workers in these fields are at a higher risk of experiencing violence on the job and seeks to implement measures to prevent and respond to such incidents.

The key provisions of the bill include requiring employers in these industries to develop and implement workplace violence prevention plans. These plans must assess the risks of violence in the workplace, provide training to employees on how to recognize and respond to violent situations, and establish procedures for reporting and investigating incidents of violence.

Additionally, the bill requires employers to provide support and resources to employees who have experienced workplace violence, such as access to counseling services and time off to recover from traumatic events. Employers are also required to keep records of workplace violence incidents and report them to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Overall, the Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act aims to create a safer work environment for employees in these industries and ensure that they are protected from the risks of violence on the job. By implementing prevention measures and providing support to workers who have experienced violence, the bill seeks to improve the overall safety and well-being of healthcare and social service workers.