Safety in the Workplace

If you feel threatened while at work, consider the following:

· Save any threatening emails or voicemail messages. You can use these to take legal action in the future, if you choose to. If you already have a restraining order, the messages can serve as evidence in court that the order was violated. 

· Park close to the entrance of your building, and talk with security, the police, or a manager if you fear an assault at work.

· Have your calls screened, transfer harassing calls to security, or remove your name and number from automated phone directories. 

· Relocate your workspace to a more secure area. 

· Obtain a restraining order or order of protection and make sure that it is current and on hand at all times. Include the workplace on the order. A copy should be provided to the police, the employee's supervisor, Human Resources, the reception area, the Legal department, and Security. 

· Provide a picture of the perpetrator to reception areas and/or Security. 

· Identify an emergency contact person should the employer be unable to contact you. 

· Ask Security to escort you to and from your car or public transportation. 

· Look into alternate hours or work locations. 

· Review the safety of your childcare arrangements, whether it is on-site childcare at the company or off-site elsewhere. If you have a restraining order, it can usually be extended to the childcare center.