Be aware. Be prepared. 

Yale New Haven has a number of tools designed to keep employees safe and prepared for various situations. Check out these quick tips, and watch for more tips in future communications.

Quick tips – workplace violence

• Be situationally aware. When you enter a room, know where you are and what surrounds you.
• Observe your patient’s head, hands and feet at all times.
• Be self-aware. You can’t control a patient’s behavior, but you can take steps to protect yourself. People communicate with words, tone and volume and body language.
• Learn more about workplace violence on the THRIVE section of the intranet (network only).