A survey of more than 1,000 full-time employees in the United States reveals that workplace violence may be increasing, with 30% of respondents reporting they had witnessed an act of workplace violence occur to another employee. 15% of those surveyed say they themselves were the target of workplace violence.

This represents an increase from 2024, in which 25% reported witnessing acts of workplace violence and 12% were the targets. 

Key findings from the report include: 

• Three-fourths of employees report receiving workplace violence prevention training, which is an increase from 2024 at 70%. 
• 60% of employees would report workplace threats without guaranteed anonymity 
• Almost half of hospitality workers (46%) report witnessing workplace violence, highlighting the increased risk exposure in the sector 

As workplace violence becomes a more prevalent issue, a majority of employees (93%) are backing mandatory state legislation focusing on preventative measures. 

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/101845-30-of-employees-have-witnessed-workplace-violence