Mastering Compliance: Your Guide to the National ANSI/ASIS WVPA.1 Standard for Workplace Violence Prevention 

In today's complex environment, protecting your employees and your organization from the threat of workplace violence requires more than good intentions—it requires a proven, defensible framework. The ANSI/ASIS WVPA.1 Standard is the nationally recognized blueprint for creating a safe, resilient, and compliant workplace.

At Primis Global, we specialize in helping organizations like yours implement this standard, transforming complex requirements into a practical and effective safety program.

What is the ANSI/ASIS WVPA.1 Standard?

Formally titled "Workplace Violence and Active Assailant—Prevention, Intervention, and Response," this comprehensive standard was developed by security experts at ASIS International and is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

It provides a detailed roadmap for organizations of all sizes to develop and manage a holistic Workplace Violence Prevention and Intervention (WVPI) program. It is the authoritative guide for moving beyond basic policy to build a program that actively mitigates risk and ensures a coordinated response when incidents occur.

Why This Standard is Essential for Your Business

Aligning with the ANSI/ASIS WVPA.1 standard isn't just about checking a box; it's a strategic investment in your people, your reputation, and your bottom line.

• Reduce Liability: Demonstrating conformance with a national standard shows profound due diligence, significantly strengthening your legal position in the event of an incident.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance: For businesses facing new laws like California's SB 553, this standard provides a clear and direct path to meet and exceed legal requirements.
• Enhance Safety Culture: It provides the tools to build a proactive culture of safety and awareness, improving employee morale and trust.
• Improve Emergency Preparedness: It establishes clear, tested protocols for incident management and post-incident recovery, ensuring your organization is resilient in a crisis.

How Primis Global Helps You Align with the Standard

Understanding the standard is one thing; implementing it effectively is another. Primis Global is your expert partner in bridging that gap. Our services are designed to help you at every stage of the process, targeting the key pillars of the WVPA.1 standard.

Gap Analysis & Audits

We begin with an Integrated Workplace Threat Assessment, a comprehensive audit that measures your existing programs against the ANSI/ASIS WVPA.1 framework. This identifies critical gaps and creates a clear, prioritized action plan.

Policy & Program Development

A core requirement of the standard is a formal policy and program. We work with your HR, Legal, and Security leaders to develop and implement robust WVP policies tailored to your specific environment.

Threat Assessment Team Development

The standard mandates the creation of a multidisciplinary Threat Assessment Team. We provide expert guidance on structuring your team, defining its processes, and delivering the specialized training it needs to be effective.

Customized Training Solutions

We deliver the targeted on-site training required by the standard, including:

• De-escalation Techniques
• Active Assailant Preparedness
• Behavioral Threat Awareness for all employees

Take the First Step Towards a Safer, More Compliant Workplace

Don't leave your organization's safety and compliance to chance. Contact Primis Global today for a confidential consultation. Let us show you how our expert-led services can help you master the ANSI/ASIS WVPA.1 standard and protect what matters most.