Warning Signs

• Verbal, nonverbal, or written threats - or intimidation, explicit or subtle
• Fascination with weaponry and/or acts of violence – carrying a concealed weapon
• Expression of a plan to hurt self/others
• Feelings of persecution, expressed distrust, especially with management
• Fear reaction to employee among coworkers/clients
• Expression of extreme desperation over family, financial or personal problems
• Frequent interpersonal conflicts
• Unable to take criticism of job performance
• Displays of unwarranted anger
• Moral righteousness – believing the organization is not following its rules
• Violence toward inanimate objects
• Sabotaging projects, computer programs or equipment
• Holding a grudge against a specific person; verbalizing a hope that something will happen to him/her

What to do if there is an incident:

Employees

• If an emergency, or if you suspect criminal conduct, call the UCSC Police Department immediately. Phone 9-1-1. Follow department safety plan.
• If not an emergency, inform your supervisor of the incident.

Managers and Supervisors

• If an emergency, or if you suspect criminal conduct call the UCSC Police Department immediately. Phone 9-1-1. Follow department safety plan.
• If not an emergency, contact a member of the Behavior Risk Assessment Team, as appropriate.
  
  • University Police: 9-2231
  • Labor Relations: 9-2017
  • Staff Human Resources: 9-2009
  • Academic Human Resources: 9-4300
  • Counseling and Psychological Services: 9-2628

What to do following an incident:

• Contact Counseling & Psychological Services, if appropriate, for initial debriefing and assessment. 9-2628

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