Domestic abuse at home comes to work

Domestic abuse is not only a crime that causes far-reaching damage to an individual’s health and wellbeing, it also inevitably affects their ability to contribute in the workplace.

Evidence suggests that domestic abuse costs an employer £7,245 per employee in England and Wales, due to decreased productivity, time off work, lost wages and sick pay.

The IOSH ‘Domestic abuse at home comes to work’ course explains employers’ responsibilities under the Domestic Abuse Act (2021) and looks at how they can support employees experiencing such abuse.

• Understand the dynamics of domestic abuse and your responsibilities as an employer.
• If you are an IOSH member, this course is worth 1.5 hours to add to your CPD record.

• Identify signs and indicators of domestic abuse.
• Explore how, as an employer, you can provide a supportive response.
• Understand your responsibilities of Legislation through the Domestic Abuse Act (2021).
• What you can do as an employer – signposting/policies.
• A lived experience of domestic abuse in the workplace.

Employers, health and safety professionals and anyone interested in supporting employees experiencing domestic abuse.