27 min
Is Mental Health Ever An Excuse For Violence In The Workplace? HR:ER
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In today's workforce, mental health challenges affect a staggering 84% of workers annually. This prevalence has surged in recent years, paralleling the rise of conditions such as ADHD and Autism, leaving many employers grappling with how to navigate this complex terrain effectively.
But where do we draw the line between health conditions and violence in the workplace? In our latest HR:ER episode, our crisis story focuses on an employee who had a mental health outburst at work, which ended up with him punching a colleague and swearing at a customer.
We dissect emergency protocols for managing instances of workplace violence intertwined with mental health issues, discussing the delicate balance between addressing such behaviour while safeguarding against discrimination. Additionally, we examine the vital role of workplace accommodations in fostering a supportive environment conducive to the well-being of all employees.
Let us know if you're loving the podcast here: https://lovethepodcast.com/hr-er
Is your workplace grappling with a crisis involving workplace violence and mental health challenges? Reach out to us HRER@hroes.co.uk and we can diagnose it for you.
In today's workforce, mental health challenges affect a staggering 84% of workers annually. This prevalence has surged in recent years, paralleling the rise of conditions such as ADHD and Autism, leaving many employers grappling with how to navigate this complex terrain effectively.
But where do we draw the line between health conditions and violence in the workplace? In our latest HR:ER episode, our crisis story focuses on an employee who had a mental health outburst at work, which ended up with him punching a colleague and swearing at a customer.
We dissect emergency protocols for managing instances of workplace violence intertwined with mental health issues, discussing the delicate balance between addressing such behaviour while safeguarding against discrimination. Additionally, we examine the vital role of workplace accommodations in fostering a supportive environment conducive to the well-being of all employees.
Let us know if you're loving the podcast here: https://lovethepodcast.com/hr-er
Is your workplace grappling with a crisis involving workplace violence and mental health challenges? Reach out to us HRER@hroes.co.uk and we can diagnose it for you.
27 min