How Can Homicide Be Prevented?
Because the workplaces and occupations at greatest risk vary, no single set of prevention strategies will apply to all workers. Employers in the high-risk establishments and occupations should consider these measures to identify prevention efforts that will be effective in their workplaces. • Make high-risk areas visible to more people. • Install good external lighting. • Use drop safes to minimize cash on hand. • Carry small amounts of cash. • Post signs announcing that limited cash is on hand. • Install silent alarms. • Install surveillance cameras. • Increase the number of staff on duty. • Provide training in conflict resolution and nonviolent response. • Instruct workers to avoid resistance during a robbery. • Provide bulletproof barriers or enclosures. • Have police check on workers routinely. • Close establishments during high-risk hours (late at night and early in the morning). To request the Homicide Alert (Publication No. 93-109) or other occupational safety and health concern
