Section 23A-1. Risk assessment of the risk of exposure to violence and threats of violence

The employer shall identify any work situation conditions that may entail violence or threats of violence for the employees. During the planning, organisation and execution of the work, the employer shall ensure that an individual and joint assessment is conducted of any conditions that may entail a risk of violence and threats of violence.
The risk assessment shall pay particular attention to:
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    the organisation and facilitation of the work,
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    where, when and in what situations the employee may be exposed to violence or threats of violence,
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    work performed alone,
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    location and organisation of working hours,
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    staffing,
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    competence/expertise,
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    design of work premises and technical solutions,
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    the effect of implemented and planned preventive measures.