AUSTIN, TX--(Marketwire - Oct 15, 2012) - AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, and HR Plus, a leading provider of comprehensive solutions for employment and background screening, in partnership with Texas State University - San Marcos, will host a free workplace violence prevention seminar. The seminar will be held on Tuesday, October 23, 2012, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at The Norris Conference Center Magnolia Room, in Austin, TX. Breakfast will be provided.
"Unfortunately, violent incidents in the workplace are becoming increasingly common," said Terry Nichols, one of the founders and Assistant Director, ALERRT, Texas State University - San Marcos. "Owners, managers and supervisors must not only plan for this threat, but they must also train their employees on how to respond should a tragic, violent event take place. The Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training Center at Texas State University has been actively involved in training more than 40,000 police officers across the nation in tactics and response strategies to the active shooter threat for more than 10 years. It is considered to be the standard in active shooter response training. As a former SWAT Team Commander and operator, education and training have become a standard and it is important to prepare for critical incidents long before an incident occurs."
"Surprisingly, many companies do not have a workplace violence plan or policy in place," said AlliedBarton's Gina Krenek, SPHR, HR Director. "We have learned that preparation is key, and knowing the warning signs of workplace violence is essential to a safe and secure workplace. Additionally, a 'one size fits all' approach to workplace violence prevention does not work. Employers need to place a high priority on implementing practices and procedures that prevent work violence, and strongly encourage the support of all employees in helping create a hazard free environment."
Speakers and panel members include: Terry Nichols, Assistant Director, Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training, Texas State University - San Marcos; and Gina Krenek, SPHR, Regional HR Director, AlliedBarton.
Media interested in attending this event are encouraged to RSVP to the press contact in this release.
About HR Plus
HR Plus offers comprehensive employment and background screening solutions through a secure and easy-to-navigate web interface that can be customized to meet clients' needs and integrated into most human resources workflows. Core services include background screening, drug testing and fingerprinting. In 2011 and 2012, HR Plus was named to Workforce Management's Hot List of top screening providers, and in 2011, to HRO Today's Baker's Dozen. For more than 40 years, HR Plus has provided thousands of clients with quality background screening solutions. Headquartered in Chicago, HR Plus is a member of the National Association of Professional Background Screeners, Drug and Alcohol Testing Industry Association, and Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association, and self-certifies adherence to the U.S. Department of Commerce U.S.-EU and U.S.-Swiss Safe Harbor Framework. A division of AlliedBarton Security Services, HR Plus is supported by the national resources of the largest American-owned and managed security services provider. For more information call 1.800.332.PLUS or visit www.hrplus.com.
About AlliedBarton Security Services
AlliedBarton Security Services is the industry's premier provider of highly trained, responsive security personnel. Client-focused security officers and managers located across the country are supported by national resources developed from over 50 years of security experience. More than 55,000 employees and 120 offices provide security for several thousand clients in many industries, including approximately 200 Fortune 500 companies. As the most honored security officer services company, AlliedBarton leads the industry in award-winning programs. AlliedBarton has been recognized by Training magazine, ASTD, Corporate University Xchange, Leadership Excellence and the American Business Awards, among others. For more information call 1.866.825.5433 or visit www.AlliedBarton.com.
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