Workplace violence in health care: Oregon OSHA wants input on proposed rule

Oregon OSHA is developing a new workplace violence protection rule for health care facilities including hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and home health agencies. The agency is accepting public comment on the proposed rule OAR 437-002-0150 to strengthen safety standards for workers in these settings.

Salem, OR — Oregon OSHA is seeking public comment on a proposed rule intended to enhance workplace violence protections for certain health care workers. The proposed rule (OAR 437-002-0150) covers home health agencies, home hospice providers, ambulatory surgical centers and hospitals. It includes…

This story was originally published by Safety+Health Magazine.