by CENTEGIX | Feb 26, 2024 | Blog
A survey published this month by National Nurses United (NNU) depicted the stark reality of workplace violence (WPV) among healthcare workers. The survey focused on the increase in violent incidents based on data gathered from 2023. The report shines a light on...
by CENTEGIX | Jan 29, 2024 | Blog
Education, healthcare, and government are fundamental to thriving communities, meaning community leaders must nurture a culture of safety for development and progress. With a nationwide increase in violence in healthcare, schools, and government buildings, leaders...
by CENTEGIX | Dec 5, 2023 | Blog
To minimize communication failures, hospitals should implement workplace violence safety plans that focus specifically on the effectiveness and speed of communication among employees. Plans incorporating a wearable emergency button are especially good at keeping...
by CENTEGIX | Nov 14, 2023 | Blog
The General Duty Clause from the OSHA Act of 1970 requires all employers to provide a work environment “free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm.” Violence in healthcare is a recognized hazard, and...
by CENTEGIX | Aug 29, 2023 | Blog
Texas lawmakers have responded to an uptick in violence against healthcare professionals by passing Senate Bill 240. SB240 is the result of a dedicated campaign by healthcare professionals to secure a legislative response to violence in healthcare. This legislation...
