AN ACT CONCERNING WORKPLACE VIOLENCE PROTECTIONS FOR UTILITY AND PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEES.
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Summary
The bill obligates municipal utilities, regional water and sewer authorities, investor‑owned utilities, and municipal public works departments to evaluate violence risks for employees who work directly with customers. It also mandates a training program and annual reporting of incidents to the Labor Department. The goal is to improve safety for workers who may encounter aggression while on the job.
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