An Act requiring health care employers to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill requires Massachusetts health care employers to create and put into action programs designed to stop workplace violence. The emergency preamble indicates that the law is being enacted immediately to address a critical public safety concern. The bill aims to improve the safety and well-being of healthcare workers by proactively addressing the issue of violence in the workplace.
Key provisions
- Health care employers must develop workplace violence prevention programs.
- These programs must address risk assessment and management.
- The programs should include training for staff.
- Employers must report incidents of workplace violence.
- The Department of Public Health will provide guidance and resources.
- The bill establishes a reporting system for workplace violence incidents.
- Employers must regularly review and update their prevention programs.
Who is affected
- Health care employers
- Healthcare workers
- Patients
- Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Notable changes
- The bill mandates a proactive approach to preventing workplace violence, rather than simply responding to incidents.
- It establishes a framework for employers to systematically assess and manage violence risks.
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Primary sponsor
House Committee on Ways and Means
Cosponsors
Adrianne Pusateri Ramos
Antonio F. D. Cabral
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