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SB 240 Preventing Workplace Violence in Texas Healthcare Facilities
The urgency of addressing workplace violence cannot be overstated. In Texas alone, more than half of the state’s nurses report having been a victim of workplace violence at some point in their career, according to The Texas Tribune. In this eBook, we'll address the strategies and SB 240 legal requirements necessary to create a culture of safety for TX healthcare workers, patients, and families.
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What’s inside?
Chapter 1
What is Workplace Violence?
Explore the definition and various types of workplace violence and examine its real-world impact in Texas and statistics from the healthcare sector.
Chapter 2
The Importance of Prevention
Discover the legal and ethical obligations surrounding violence prevention and underscore the significant financial implications of TX healthcare workplace violence.
Chapter 3
Identifying Risks and Warning Signs
Delve into identifying risks and warning signs unique to healthcare, discussing both the risk factors and indicators of potential violence.
Chapter 4
Strategies for Prevention and SB 240 Compliance
Learn about strategies for prevention and management, including creating a prevention plan, fulfilling SB 240 training requirements, and employing communication and cultural strategies.
Chapter 5
Responding to Incidents of Workplace Violence
Address responding to incidents of workplace violence, covering immediate response protocols, post-incident support, and the importance of thorough investigation and analysis.
Chapter 6
Legal and Regulatory Considerations
SB 240 introduced Chapter 331, "Workplace Violence Prevention,” to Texas’ Health and Safety Code, mandating specific healthcare facilities to establish workplace violence prevention committees tasked with developing comprehensive prevention plans.
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