The Liquor Stores Association of Western Australia (LSA WA) has supported a plan by the WA Liberal Party which targets repeat and violent offenders who abuse and threaten retail staff.
Association CEO Peter Peck said the proposed Workplace Protection Orders, which aimed at protecting employees and customers in a business setting, from repeat offenders was a welcomed measure.
“Anything that sets out to ensure the safety of people doing their job or protecting customers from unruly and anti-social behaviour is important especially for those in a retail setting, including our liquor store members and their staff.
“It’s a plan that allows employers to do the heavy lifting through the courts and protects their staff. It’s a step in the right direction and another way to ensure community safety” Mr Peck said.
“For far too long, retail workers have been treated like punching bags by cowardly thugs and hopefully this is something that can help put a stop to mindless violence and abuse that people suffer in their workplace” Mr Peck added.
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