Besides the
obvious of dangers one has to face due to their nature of work, the risks of
being assaulted while on the job should never be ruled out. As an employer it
your responsibilities to make sure that all your employees are protected and
equipped with the proper gear. This includes making sure that all employees are
protected from the environment as well as deliberate acts of violence. In the
text below injury solicitors Bolton speak of the
responsibilities of employers with respect to injuries caused by assault while
on duty.
When is my Employer Responsible for
Assault at Work?
One might question
the responsibilities of their employer with regards to assault. However, under
the following circumstances your employer will be held responsible for
damages:-
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If you were forced to work alone in an
understaffed environment then you are vulnerable to attacks and assaults.
Security guards and prison officers are particularly vulnerable.
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According to injury solicitors
Bolton if your employer ignores the violent behaviour of another
person with whom you were forced to work with then they will be held
responsible of injuries resulting from any possible assault.
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As an employee in a profession where
you may have to encounter violent and aggressive client customers you should be
given proper training on how to diffuse a certain situation.
For more
information, get in touch with our injury solicitors Bolton at 247 Solicitors by phone on 01204 263000 or email
info@247solicitors.co.uk.
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