From a security professional’s perspective, SB 553 will ultimately help security practitioners lobby for larger budgets.

For companies that must adhere to the requirements of California Senate Bill 553, several critical aspects must be considered when developing a workplace violence prevention plan. 

Recently implemented workplace violence laws means security leaders need to be ready to follow the guidelines.

Top security leaders discuss management strategies to navigate political polarization in an organization.

Proactive security strategies to help detect and prevent workplace violence.

Monica Mellas, Vice President of Global Security at Materion, highlights the company's security practices in times of crisis.

Joe Biffar, Vice President, Asset Protection, Facilities and HQ Operations at Chico's FAS, Inc. discusses the company's approach to crisis management.

SB 553 was passed by the California Legislature and signed by Governor Newsom, requiring the development of workplace violence prevention plans.

Security leaders discuss the challenges of preventing workplace violence and reducing employee stress in an organization.

According to a survey, frontline workers in the U.S. are concerned for their safety with more than half planning to quit if safety isn't prioritized.