Legally, OSHA imposes a general duty on all employers to provide a safe work environment. An employer could incur additional workers' compensation expenses if the victim is injured while at the work place. Other areas of impact include increased sick leave, increased absenteeism, reduced productivity, and increased medical expenses. Doing the right thing is an investment that will have a positive impact for both the employee and the employer. Back to Top Signs of Domestic Abuse Employee or co-workers' reports of the employee being injured by a domestic partner.
Employee shows feelings of fear and social withdrawal.
Bruises or physical complaints that show evidence of assault. Increased absenteeism or reduced productivity. Spouse or partner makes disruptive visits to the workplace. Lack of concentration. Back to Top Goals of Domestic Abuse Counseling Terminate verbal and physical abuse.