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Mental Health Emergency Calls—When the Police Arrive

By L&D Daily Advisor Staff Sep 6, 2017 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Sep 6, 2017

In yesterday’s Advisor, the National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) provided important information for employers on when (and how) to make a 911 call in the event of a mental health crisis in the workplace. Today, NAMI discusses what happens when police arrive and steps employers can take to prepare for mental health crises.

Mental Health Crisis in the Workplace—When to Call 911

By L&D Daily Advisor Staff Sep 5, 2017 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Sep 5, 2017

If a situation with a worker who is clearly having mental issues escalates into a crisis in your workplace, you or another employee may have to call 911. But keep in mind that making this call is different from requesting assistance for a medical emergency. Is your workforce trained to properly handle the situation?