MHR 600 Study Guide - Final Guide: Workplace Violence
31 Oct 2017
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Bill 168: legislation on harassment and violence in the workplace. 90% of women working outside of the home will experience sexual harassment at some. 70% of individuals suffering from dv are victimized at work (harassing phone calls, point in their work. showing up at work) Violence is one of the most serious occupational hazards of the 21st century. Action taken only when there is a physical incident. Something that builds and earlier signs exist. Not an individual issue, rooted in systems. This is a gendered issue: lori dupont/theresa vince. June 2, 1996: theresa vince murdered at work by her supervisor who then killed himself (sears knew about the sexual harassment for over 1 years) November, 1997: inquest into the murder of theresa vince. 24 recommendations: (1) occupational health and safety act needs to be utilized. Ohsa is amended by adding workplace harassment.
