Rounding with the BEST team, at the hospital, for Workplace Violence Awareness Month, became a powerful reminder of the unseen strength and compassion that healthcare workers carry every day. From overwhelmed patients to a calm, commanding leader navigating crisis in real time, each moment revealed the emotional complexity behind hospital walls. This experience offered a humbling walk-in others’ shoes—some worn thin, but all filled with courage, purpose, and deep humanity.
April marks Workplace Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to recognizing, preventing, and responding to workplace violence to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all employees. At UC Davis, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety and resilience. Throughout the month, we will be offering several opportunities for staff to engage in training, education, and discussions on workplace violence prevention.
National Women's History Month highlights the achievements and contributions of women throughout history, emphasizing the importance of recognizing their impact on society. As we celebrate this month, it’s equally important for campus and health employees to prioritize safety by staying aware of their surroundings, using available safety resources, and following proper protocols. By fostering a culture of support and vigilance, we can ensure a safer and more inclusive environment for everyone.
We often share and/or exhibit experiences of stress and anxiety, particularly during uncertain times or after significant events—whether political, social, or economic in nature.
“At UC Davis Health, aggressive behavior is not tolerated toward or from anyone, including patients, visitors, volunteers, physicians and/or staff members.”Reminder: Contact 911 in case of emergencyHow to Report Workplace Violence
Staff who witness or are involved in a workplace violence event should report it to:
Being aware of your surroundings can help you stay safe.
The best way to protect yourself while in the workplace or outside of it is to build situational awareness. By definition, situational awareness is the “ability to directly know and perceive, to feel, or to be cognizant of events around you.” Simply put, know your surroundings and who is around you to protect yourself from unwarranted attacks.
At UC Davis, aggressive behavior is not tolerated toward or from anyone, including staff members, faculty, students and non-affiliates.Reminder: Contact 911 in case of emergencyHOW to Report Workplace Violence:
Staff who witness or are involved in a workplace violence event should report it to:
Workplace Violence Prevention Team
UCDPD
Submit an incident report to through our online form
