Observers - Yale-New Haven Hospital

A. HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF
Know what to do if violence seems likely and how to protect yourself:
learn progressive behavior control methods and safe methods of restraint application or escape; get help if you feel
unsafe while dealing with anyone; excuse yourself from the scene
know where alarms are located and how to use them
report all incidents to your supervisor and YNHH Police (8-2500) immediately
report poor lighting
report unauthorized personnel
lock up personal belongings
don’t carry (and show) a lot of cash
don’t wear a lot of jewelry
prominently wear your ID card
request a YNHH Police escort to your car
use the “buddy system”; never walk alone
be alert to overemotional patients, visitors and staff who make threats or show extreme anger
be aware of any office or department specific security procedures
Phone the YNHH Police Department at 8-2500 for further information on violence in the workplace.