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Violence prevention and reduction standard: version 2, 2024
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Summary
Updated NHS violence prevention and reduction standard, which complements existing health and safety legislation. It now includes a new red, amber, green (RAG) rating that helps organisations identify areas to action and measures progress over time.
Summary
The 2021 standard delivers a risk-based framework that supports a safe and secure working environment for NHS staff, safeguarding them against abuse, aggression and violence.
Accompanying guidance notes will further support trusts in working through the Standard’s aims and requirements.