Citation

Wells SS. J. Healthc. Prot. Manage. 2012; 28(1): 76-80.

Affiliation

Carolinas Healthcare System, Charlotte, NC, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2012, International Association for Hospital Security and and Safety -- Rusting Publications)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

22423524

Abstract

An R.A.D. Basic Physical Defense program for women employees, launched by a health system's corporate security department, has proven to be a popular low cost method of workplace violence prevention, according to the author, one of the program's instructors. The initial investment in equipment and certification is negligible compared to the benefits and potential benefits it brings, she reports.

Language: en