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Eskenazi Health highlights workplace‑violence risks, expands security measures and staff training
Summary
Eskenazi Health presented the board with data and mitigation steps on workplace violence affecting healthcare staff, describing expanded security presence, panic‑button technology and AVADE training for thousands of employees.
Eskenazi Health leaders told the HHC board that workplace violence is a significant risk for healthcare workers and described steps underway to harden facilities and train staff.
A presenter identified as Dr. Harris said workplace safety is one of the organization’s greatest risks. He reported that healthcare workers are “five times more likely to experience workplace violence than workers in other industries” and noted 2018 national data showing healthcare accounted for 73…
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