Workplace Violence Consulting, Training & Expert Witness

Prevention Programs | Incident Investigation | Litigation Support | Orlando, Florida

Workplace violence is the third leading cause of fatal occupational injuries in the United States, according to OSHA — and every employer, under federal and state law, has a duty to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards that cause or are likely to cause serious harm. When that duty is neglected, the consequences extend from individual tragedy to significant civil liability.

Investigations HQ, LLC provides comprehensive workplace violence services: proactive consulting and training to help organizations prevent incidents before they occur, and expert witness and investigative services when litigation arises. Mark J. Lang, MCJ, CPP, CHPA, brings executive-level security leadership experience to every engagement, including direct experience developing and implementing workplace violence prevention programs for a major Florida health system.

The Five Types of Workplace Violence

OSHA and the security industry recognize five distinct typologies of workplace violence, each requiring different prevention and response strategies:

Type 1 — Criminal Intent: Perpetrator has no legitimate relationship to the workplace (robbery, burglary)
Type 2 — Customer/Client/Patient: Violence by those the organization serves (patient assault on healthcare worker, client attack on service provider)
Type 3 — Worker-on-Worker: Violence between current or former employees
Type 4 — Intimate Partner: Domestic violence that enters the workplace, targeting an employee
Type 5 — Ideological Violence: Terrorism or extremist-motivated attacks targeting an organization

Effective prevention requires understanding which typologies present the greatest risk in a given workplace environment — and implementing controls accordingly.

Workplace Violence Prevention Consulting

Investigations HQ provides organizations with the expert guidance needed to meet OSHA's General Duty Clause obligations and reduce workplace violence risk. Prevention consulting services include:

Workplace Violence Threat and Vulnerability Assessment
Policy and procedure development — creation of a written workplace violence prevention program
Behavioral threat assessment team (BTAT) formation and training
Incident reporting and investigation protocols
Run, Hide, Fight preparedness consultation (active assailant response)
Security risk assessments of physical work environments
Post-incident analysis and corrective action planning

Workplace Violence Training Programs

Investigations HQ delivers professional workplace violence training tailored to the organization's industry, risk profile, and workforce. Training programs include:

Introduction to Workplace Violence Awareness

A foundational course covering the OSHA typology framework, warning signs of concerning behavior, reporting procedures, and employee rights and responsibilities. Ideal for all staff.

De-Escalation Training

Practical, skills-based training in recognizing escalating situations and applying verbal and non-verbal de-escalation techniques to reduce the likelihood of violence. Especially valuable for healthcare, social services, and customer-facing roles.

Situational Strategies

Scenario-driven training focused on recognition and response: identifying environmental cues, applying situational awareness, and making sound decisions under stress.

Training Formats & Pricing

One-hour awareness training — starting at $500
Half-day training program — starting at $1,000
Full-day and custom programs — call for a quote
In-person delivery — lectures, PowerPoint presentations, and interactive activities

Workplace Violence Expert Witness & Litigation Support

When workplace violence incidents give rise to litigation, Investigations HQ provides authoritative expert witness services. Civil claims may involve employer liability for failure to maintain a safe workplace, negligent hiring or retention of a violent employee, or inadequate response to prior threats or incidents.

Mark Lang evaluates:

Whether the employer's workplace violence prevention program met the standard of care
Whether prior warning signs were recognized and acted upon appropriately
Adequacy of security measures in place at the time of the incident
Compliance with OSHA, industry guidelines, and applicable state regulations
Employee training records and the adequacy of training provided

Expert services include case record review, written report, case consultations, deposition, and trial testimony.

Industries Served

Healthcare and hospitals
Long-term care and behavioral health facilities
Education (K-12 and higher education)
Retail and hospitality
Financial services and banking
Government and public sector
Corporate offices and industrial facilities

Florida Locations Served

Investigations HQ, LLC is based in the Orlando metropolitan area and provides workplace violence consulting and training services throughout Central Florida, including Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Lake, Volusia, and Brevard counties. Services are available statewide across Florida, with expert witness engagements accepted nationwide.