Conduct Threat & Vulnerability Assessments to Mitigate Violent Acts
Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was fatally shot Wednesday morning in what authorities described as a ‘deliberate and targeted attack’ outside a Manhattan hotel hosting the health insurer’s investor conference.
The rise in violent incidents within the healthcare industry can often be traced back to personal frustrations with healthcare decisions, such as claim denials or unsuccessful procedures. These experiences can trigger strong emotional reactions, leading some individuals to express their anger through violent behavior.
To mitigate these risks, healthcare organizations should conduct regular threat and vulnerability assessments using data-driven tools to identify exposures. Implementing layered security measures, such as access control systems, surveillance and secure office environments, can significantly enhance safety.
SOURCE:
Bosch, R. Targeted killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO raises executive protection questions, Security Info Watch Magazine, 12/4/2024.
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Mitigate the Risks Associated with Seasonal Hiring
Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –
Businesses increasingly rely on temporary employees to meet fluctuating demands, particularly during peak seasons. However, the pressures of economic instability and reduced organizational resources make this workforce particularly vulnerable to unethical behaviors, such as theft and fraud, which can have significant financial and reputational repercussions for businesses.
Seasonal hires are particularly prone to engaging in employee crime or counterproductive behaviors due to several factors, including a lack of commitment to the organization, insufficient training, and limited supervision.
To mitigate these risks, retailers can implement several strategies:
- Ensure that background checks are completed even during rapid hiring phases to identify individuals with a history of criminal activity or connections to ORC.
- Pre-employment screening assessments that measure job‑related integrity, nonviolent attitudes, safety orientations, drug-avoidance tendencies, service orientations, and tendencies to avoid collusion with ORC organizations can be instilled.
- Provide all employees, including seasonal workers, with robust training on loss prevention and the consequences of ORC to raise awareness and deter participation in illegal activities.
- Enhance supervision and monitoring of seasonal workers, particularly in high-risk areas, to help detect and prevent potential collusion with ORC groups.
SOURCE:
Jones, J. W. Safeguarding Seasonal Success: Psychology-Informed Loss Prevention with Temporary Employees, Loss Prevention Magazine, 11/25/2024.
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Why Local Businesses Should Build Strong Relationships with Law Enforcement
Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –
Building strong relationships with law enforcement has always been crucial to a successful loss prevention program. Historically, the relationship between retail stores and local law enforcement has been a part of both community safety and retail performance, reinforcing the critical elements of security and well-being.
Trust and respect are essential, along with a general understanding of how we can work together to keep our communities safe and our businesses successful.
SOURCE:
Brittain, J. Fostering Next-Level Partnerships That Make a Difference, Loss Prevention Magazine, 11/20/2024.
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