Domestic Violence and the Workplace
Violence within intimate partner relationships is a damaging and pervasive issue throughout the world and its workspaces.
In fact, 1 in 5 adult employees is a victim of at least one form of domestic abuse¹ and most batterers are employed full-time as well. While some may believe domestic violence (DV) to be a "private matter", research shows that roughly three quarters of victims report that abusive behaviors have spilled over into their workplace on at least one occasion².
The Impact on Business
These impacts result in a variety of expensive and dangerous concerns for employers, ranging from increased worker costs to the ever-present risk of onsite attacks. Unfortunately, many businesses don’t realize they have a problem until a violent incident occurs on premises, as it does for 1 in 4 large companies each year³, accounting for at least 27% of all workplace violence cases⁴.
Even when violence doesn't happen onsite, domestic abuse can slowly drain a company’s resources in the form of negative effects on productivity, absenteeism, employee turnover, liability, and organizational morale.
For example, 54% of DV victims report missing three days a month from work due to abuse⁵, with many suffering from anxiety and a lack of concentration while on the job. In addition, the average victim incurs 37.5% higher physical and mental health care costs than a non-abused employee⁶. When these expenses are added together, U.S. businesses lose over $1.2 billion dollars per year to DV⁷.
Getting Ahead of the Problem
Working with Presage Consulting and Training allows employers to get ahead of the problem by implementing proactive solutions that help control existing risks and losses while preventing future ones. Our customized trainings educate key staff on how to recognize and respond to abused employees, and our policy and program consultations establish a more secure, communicative workplace by encouraging victim awareness and disclosure.
When employee involved situations do arise, Presage's 24/7 case response services offer employers expert guidance and peace of mind through comprehensive assessments and practical recommendations. Our combination of vast experience and unique expertise enable businesses of all sizes to address and manage the organizational impacts intimate partner abuse. Contact us today to learn how we can help your company create a safer and more supportive workplace for all employees.
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