Concern about the effects of workplace violence and harassment on the health and safety of workers has been growing over the last decade. Both third-party violence and harassment may have severely negative consequences for the individuals affected and their families, co-workers and organisations, as well as the whole society. Although this growing concern has led to better provision of information, there is still a need to improve awareness, and to encourage better dissemination of the proven tools and procedures to prevent and manage these occupational risks.