{"id":25167,"date":"2024-11-02T15:56:31","date_gmt":"2024-11-02T15:56:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yoursafety.training\/formations\/safety-tips\/suspicious-behaviors-at-work\/"},"modified":"2025-08-23T16:33:17","modified_gmt":"2025-08-23T16:33:17","slug":"suspicious-behaviors-at-work","status":"publish","type":"formations","link":"https:\/\/yoursafety.training\/en\/training-courses\/safety-tips\/suspicious-behaviors-at-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Complete Guide: Suspicious Behavior in the Workplace &#8211; Prevention and Risk Management 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">How can you identify and manage suspicious behavior in the workplace?<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udea8 How can you recognize suspicious behavior at work?<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alarming physical signs of suspicious behavior<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suspicious behavior can manifest itself in a number of physical signs:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unusual agitation and unexplained sudden movements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An unstable or erratic gait<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A fleeting or fixed gaze that avoids eye contact<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The &#8220;knife-edge&#8221; body position (strong arm hidden)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excessive sweating for no apparent reason<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intrusion into unauthorized areas of the company<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wearing inappropriate clothing that may conceal objects<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Social behavioral indicators of concern<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suspicious behavior also includes social signs:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sudden and disturbing personality changes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The appearance of verbal or physical aggression<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unusual social isolation at work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The expression of incoherent or confused statements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The repetition of words<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disproportionate emotional reactions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeated failure to respect interpersonal distances<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f What to do about suspicious behavior<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Immediate action in the event of direct contact<\/h4>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/yoursafety.training\/en\/yoursafety-training-s-blog\/potential-optimization-techniques\/\" title=\"Potential optimization techniques\">How to stay calm in a crisis<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Techniques for maintaining a safe distance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Neutral body position with hands visible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soothing communication with a calm, clear voice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoidance of sudden triggering movements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The importance of safe eye contact<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Procedure for witnesses of suspicious behavior<\/h4>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How to discreetly alert the hierarchy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Incident documentation guide (time, place, behavior)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Secure remote observation techniques<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Informing colleagues without panicking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency evacuation preparation<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alert protocol<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Make a card for yourself and your colleagues.<\/p>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Priority emergency contacts<\/h4>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Line manager&#8217;s number: [To be completed].<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Security guard contact: [To be completed]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety manager direct line: [To be completed].<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Police emergency: 17 (imminent danger)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Essential information to pass on<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Guide to precise identification of place and person<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Detailed description of suspicious behavior observed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exact number of people involved<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete physical description of individuals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trajectory and movements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inventory of potential suspect objects<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd12 Protective measures against suspicious behavior<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Personal protection at work<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Procedure for locking the workstation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Securing confidential documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Secure personal effects management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strategic location of emergency exits (or a safe room)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Permanent telephone access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring water and a potty if you have to stay indoors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Collective safety in the workplace<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Colleague information protocol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access closure procedure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Secure grouping organization<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency evacuation plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protecting visitors and customers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Workspace organization (to avoid &#8220;getting stuck&#8221;)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grey dot (if you park there, your colleagues know you have a problem)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Post-incident management of suspicious behavior<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Essential post-incident actions<\/h4>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Incident report writing guide<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>HR and management information processes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organization of group debriefing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Psychological support available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Suggestions for preventive improvements<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Complete incident documentation<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Detailed chronology of suspicious events<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In-depth description of behaviors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inventory of actions taken<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>List of people involved<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analysis of observed consequences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Basic safety instructions<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Absolute priority to personal safety<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoidance of heroic behavior<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The importance of dialogue in de-escalation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strict compliance with established procedures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The need for written 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