From a security professional’s perspective, SB 553 will ultimately help security practitioners lobby for larger budgets.

For companies that must adhere to the requirements of California Senate Bill 553, several critical aspects must be considered when developing a workplace violence prevention plan. 

Recently implemented workplace violence laws means security leaders need to be ready to follow the guidelines.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced additional funding for workplace safety initiatives, including additional training.

The prevalence of non-violent acts perpetrated by former employees is often underreported and underestimated, yet their impact can be just as devastating. 

OSHA has cited an equipment manufacturer for workplace hazards following a 29-year-old suffering severe burns during an electrical arc blast.

Organizations have to consider a number of factors when it comes to keeping themselves and their employees safe.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) cited Phenix City sawmill for failing to protect employees from workplace hazards. 

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) cited a New Jersey contractor after exposing construction employees to fall hazards. 

In 2024, geopolitical awareness will not just be a strategic advantage; it will be a fundamental necessity to keep business and people protected.