The article in ehsleaders examines the growing problem of violence against women in the workplace, framing it as an underrecognized occupational health hazard. It outlines how women in many industries face heightened risks of harassment, threats, and physical violence, often made worse by poor reporting systems, lack of training, and organizational cultures that minimize psychosocial harm. The piece emphasizes that gender-based violence has long-term consequences for both worker well-being and workplace safety overall. It calls on employers, safety professionals, and regulators to integrate violence-prevention strategies into safety programs, improve reporting protections, and view gender-based violence as a preventable workplace hazard.
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