No matter the industry, there comes a time when an organization has to deal with mental health concerns and the threat of workplace violence. A growing concern among employers throughout the U.S., violence against workers can happen in or out of the workplace and ranges from threats and verbal abuse to physical altercations.

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), more than two million U.S. workers are victims of workplace violence every year. While incidents can arise at any organization some industries, such as healthcare, are at an increased risk.