Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. H.R. 1195 does not allow for a solid, well-researched foundation for a national workplace violence prevention standard. Input from experts and stakeholders is vital as OSHA undertakes rulemaking on this issue. In February 2019, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC, published its research agenda for healthcare and social assistance. The research agenda identifies the information and actions most urgently needed to improve safety in the industry. The CDC identified the following concerns regarding the current state of research on the issue of healthcare workplace violence: Many existing studies have evaluated workplace violence risk factors and prevention measures, but most lack the comprehensive, facility- and work area-specific perspective that is needed to effectively prevent workplace violence. Additionally, many of these studies examine the effects of training programs, showing little impact on workplace violence incident and injury rates. We should heed the words of caution from CDC regarding our current knowledge base, and we should make sure OSHA receives input from all perspectives, including smaller healthcare providers, before it enacts a national standard. Madam Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.”