Pennsylvania HB926 establishes workplace violence prevention committees in health facilities to mitigate risks and report incidents.

HB926 mandates the creation of violence prevention committees in Pennsylvania health facilities to identify and address workplace violence risks. These committees must include management representatives and employees, with a majority being non-managerial staff. Their duties include conducting risk assessments, developing prevention plans, and providing employee training. Health facilities must report incidents of workplace violence and maintain records for at least three years. The Department of Labor and Industry can impose fines and penalties for non-compliance.

Pennsylvania HB926 establishes workplace violence prevention committees in health facilities to mitigate risks and report incidents.

HB926 mandates the creation of violence prevention committees in Pennsylvania health facilities to identify and address workplace violence risks. These committees must include management representatives and employees, with a majority being non-managerial staff. Their duties include conducting risk assessments, developing prevention plans, and providing employee training. Health facilities must report incidents of workplace violence and maintain records for at least three years. The Department of Labor and Industry can impose fines and penalties for non-compliance.