Violence Prevention Guide for Community Clinics
Doctors of BC
This guide from Doctors of BC provides community clinics with concrete steps on how to prepare for, prevent, respond to and follow up on violence against physicians. These steps include training, coverage for medical and wage-replacement costs if a violent incident results in injuries or illness, ensuring the safety of clinic staff during a violent incident, reviewing the incident after it has ended and providing additional support where necessary.
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