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Record Nr.

UNINA9910816278603321

Autore

Lee Johnny

Titolo

Addressing domestic violence in the workplace [[electronic resource] /] / Johnny Lee

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Amherst, Mass., : HRD Press, c2005

ISBN

1-59996-657-3

1-4237-1684-1

Edizione

[1st edition]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (210 p.)

Disciplina

658.3/82

Soggetti

Violence in the workplace - United States - Prevention

Work environment - United States - Safety measures

Family violence - Prevention

Victims of family violence

Employee assistance programs - United States

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references (p. 197-198).

Nota di contenuto

Contents; Preface; Chapter 1 - Recognizing the Warning Signs; Chapter 2 - The Costs and Impact of Domestic Violence on a Business Organization; Chapter 3 - The Dynamics of Domestic Violence; Chapter 4 - What If the Batterer Is Your Employee?; Chapter 5 - Legal Issues; Chapter 6 - Communicating with the Employee-Victim; Chapter 7 - Management Support; Chapter 8 - Security Issues; Chapter 9 - Policy Development; Chapter 10 - Training; Chapter 11 - Making a Difference; Appendix

Sommario/riassunto

The overwhelming occurrence of domestic violence in our society makes it more than likely there are-or will soon be-victims in your workplace. This timely book will help you recognize, respond to and prevent domestic violence and reduce your direct liability as an employer. Written by a domestic violence specialist, the book's 10 chapters provide valuable insight into the complexities of dealing with domestic violence in business. It is recommended reading for human resource professionals, managers, and business owners who want to prevent an incident through policy and program development or b