Massachusetts H4767 mandates health care employers to create and implement programs to prevent workplace violence.
Massachusetts H4767 requires health care employers to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence. Employers must conduct annual risk assessments and create a workplace violence prevention plan. Employees who are victims of assault or assault and battery while in the line of duty can take paid leave. Employers must notify employees of their rights and responsibilities. Employers must also submit annual reports on workplace violence incidents to the Department of Public Health. The bill defines workplace violence and outlines penalties for violations.
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