The threat of workplace violence can be an intimidating — and overwhelming — issue for federal managers and supervisors. They need to understand the discipline options available when employees engage in violence of any kind — from abusive language to threats and assault, and know when to consider reasonable accommodation in the case of offenders with mental disabilities.

In this 90-minute audio conference, consultant Marilyn Mattingly provides guidance on how to respond when a violent act has occurred — from an employee relations perspective.

What do you do immediately after the incident happens? Do you ask for a fitness-for-duty exam? How do you determine whether the action warrants removal? Does it matter if there's no prior disciplinary history? Ms. Mattingly answers these questions and provides expert guidance including:

• What constitutes workplace violence
• Which types of disciplinary actions have been upheld in certain situations
• How to determine when reasonable accommodations is — or is not — required
• And more!

Plus, Ms. Mattingly also discusses how to deal with administrative disciplinary action when criminal charges are brought against the employee.