(A) As necessitated by the seriousness of the incident, the personnel department may assemble a Threat Management Team that may consist of staff from the personnel department, risk management, police, employee assistance provider, and the “Victim’s Advocate.” The Threat Management Team will investigate reported incidents and recommend to the City Manager any actions to be taken as a result of the investigation.
(B) The Threat Management Team is responsible for establishing the protocol in the event of a threat or violent incident that may include but is not limited to:
(1) Evaluating potential violence problems.
(2) Assessing an employee’s fitness for duty through medical professionals.
(3) Selecting intervention techniques.
(4) Establishing a plan for protection of co- workers and other potential targets.
(5) Coordinating with affected parties, such as victims, families, employees, or law enforcement personnel.
(6) Referring victims to appropriate assistance and community service programs.
(7) Assuring that immediate, within 24 hours, and on-going counseling is available to traumatized individuals.
(C) Any employee who acts in good faith by reporting real or implied violent behavior will not be subject to any form of retaliation or harassment. Any action of this type resulting from a report of violence must be reported to the appropriate management staff for investigation and decision regarding proper action.
(Res. 2524, passed 12-10-97)