If you are the co-worker of someone
experiencing domestic violence:

• If you suspect a co-worker is suffering abuse, do not
  directly confront her/him since it is important for an
  individual to self-disclose for her/his own
  safety and well-being.




• Express concern and a willingness to listen
  and be supportive if needed.




• Offer support by listening and assisting;
  when an individual is ready, she/he will confide.




• If a co-worker confides in you, encourage communication
  with the human resources manager and her/his supervisor.




• If you witness an incident at work, contact
  your safety manager or law enforcement immediately.
  Make sure that the incident is documented.

If you are the supervisor or manager of an
employee who is experiencing domestic violence:

• Be aware of unusual absences or behavior and take note
  of bruises or emotional distress.




• Contact the human resources manager to discuss concerns,
  resources available and ways to support the employee,
  e.g., safety planning, employee assistance counseling,
  family resource referrals, flexible scheduling, security measures.




• Be familiar with community resources and referrals.




• Maintain confidentiality at all times;
  be sensitive to the seriousness of the situation.




• Discuss who is appropriate to speak with the employee;
  agree on all forms of communication, e.g., providing the
  safety manager with a photo if there is a risk at work.




• Assist the employee in documenting all incidents
  with the batterer that occur in the workplace.




• Take action against domestic violence by encouraging
  employees to volunteer and by providing financial or
  in-kind support to your local domestic violence programs.

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