Exploring the Ten-Point Plan to End Violence: Point 10 - Empower staff to expect a safe workplace 

13 September 2019 

The final step of any plan to end violence is just as critical as all of those preceding it. This step ensures a systemic plan that:

• Reflects management’s demonstrated commitment to a culture change whereby all health care settings take a ‘no acceptance’ approach to aggression or violence.
• Empowers staff to report incidents, implement preventative actions and believe in their right to a safe workplace.
• Allows for all action plans on the prevention and management of violent and aggressive incidents to be developed in consultation with staff.