Criminal Justice Coursework

Workplace violence
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After reading the article, I felt terrified by the sudden death of the five innocent citizens. Even though the constitution allows the legal position of the firearms, I think it is appropriate for the government to check the mental status of an individual before he or she is issued with a gun. I also feel the company never followed the required steps, procedures and regulations when firing one of their employees and this could be a possible chance for the victim to return after being mentally disturbed. I think there is the need for addressing these issues and action taken to curb such shooting incidences and violence in the workplace.
The authority’s negligence in their operation arouses my attention as this may lead to massive loss of innocent lives and destruction of properties. The authorities’ failure to take quick action as recommended against suspects gives the suspects time to improve on their skills and tactics of operations (Terrance & Schneider, 2017). Another disturbing problem in the workplace is the security measures established by various companies. Coordination and cooperation between the security and the workforce of a given company is also an alarming issue. Moreover, the collaboration between the civilians and the authorities in relaying credential information is also a worrying issue that needs to be addressed (Baron & Neuman, 1996).
There are several questions that the authorities should answer based on the issues raised above: Did the authorities receive any threat reports made by the shooter to people working in the company, what did they do about it? How did the killer manage to sneak in a semi-automatic pistol in the company’s perimeter? Why did the authorities hesitate to take an action against the victim’s earlier crimes by charging him in a court of law or taking him to a mental health facility? Did the company follow the right processes when firing one of their employees?
Combating workplace violence may be complicated, as it requires management investment, understanding, and commitment in providing resources in protecting the employees against threats from disgruntled employees.

Therefore, there should be proper coordination between human resources and security. Reports and complaints raised by employees about risk conditions and situations should be assessed and evaluated (Baron & Neuman, 1996). The main reasons for preventing workplace violence are to ensure a responsible and accountable management and supervision engagement.
Reference
Baron, R. A., & Neuman, J. H. (1996). Workplace violence and workplace aggression: Evidence on their relative frequency and potential causes. Aggressive Behavior: Official Journal of the International Society for Research on Aggression, 22(3), 161-173.
Terrance, Harris., & Mike, Schneider. (2017). Sheriff: Fired Worker Killed 5 In Florida, Shot Self as Siren Neared.