A pilot study of workplace violence towards paramedics.

ABSTRACT:

Background

International studies have shown that some 60% of paramedics have experienced physical violence in the workplace, and between 21-78% have experienced verbal abuse. To date, there is no Australian literature describing Australian paramedics' experience of workplace violence.

Objective

To identify the percentage of paramedics who had experienced six different forms of workplace violence.

Methods

A questionnaire was developed to explore paramedics' experience of workplace violence. Six forms of violence were included: verbal abuse, property damage or theft, intimidation, physical abuse, sexual harassment, and sexual assault. The questionnaire also included a series of demographic questions. The questionnaire was piloted using a reference group and changes made

SUBMITTER: Boyle M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2658319 | biostudies-literature | 2007 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature