Unpacking USPS: Safety, Violence, and Management Challenges

This chapter investigates the complexities surrounding workplace safety within the U.S. Postal Service, analyzing reports that reveal lower risks of homicide compared to other professions. It highlights the toxic workplace culture, the historical shifts influenced by neoliberal policies, and the troubling relationship between mental health and workplace violence. Through statistical evidence and personal anecdotes, the chapter challenges the perception of postal work and raises awareness about the alarming issues of employee satisfaction and safety.