LABOUR ABUSE AND HAZARDS

Labour Abuse and Hazards in Latin America

Labour Abuse and Hazards in Latin America

Introduction

Workplace violence is violence or the threat of violence against workers. It can occur at or outside the workplace and can range from threats and verbal abuse to physical assaults and homicide, one of the leading causes of job-related deaths. However it manifests itself, workplace violence is a growing concern for employers and employees nationwide (www.osha.gov). The law enforcement community defines Workplace violence as the commission of proscribed criminal acts or coercive behaviour which occurs in the work setting. It includes but is not limited to ...