- Co-worker death
- Workplace violence
- On-the-job injury or death
- Suicide
- Employee or student threatening violence in the workplace
In these tense times, many administrators around campus are becoming more aware of the need to plan for emergencies. From small emergencies, such as loss of power or water, to larger ones, an emergency plan needs to include some general steps a department can take to return to normal functioning (a business recovery plan).
Part of any return to normalcy after an emergency must include making sure employees are themselves working to get back to normal functioning also. When the nature of an emergency is traumatic, this is especially important. Alternative workflow systems may be in place, but if your employees are unable to function well, then your recovery plan won't work the way you want it to.
UA Life & Work Connections have staff specially trained to help in this area. Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) is the standard of care when it comes to assisting traumatized people move towards psychological healing and a return to normal functioning. Think of it as "psychological first aid", and put it in your recovery plan.
CISM is not psychotherapy, nor is it a cure-all. However, research studies have shown that, when used properly by a trained team of professionals, it can be very effective.
For more information, or for help with how to incorporate employee care into your business recovery plan, contact UA Life & Work Connections at 621-2493.
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