How do you know if an organization is Toxic
There are a number of signs and symptoms that are evident within an organization that will label it a toxic workplace with individuals that have made the organization a toxic place to be.  The following is a list of signs and symptoms to watch for.

1. High absenteeism and high turnover
2. Slovenly or poor performance at work
3. High number of customer complaints
4. Turf wars between groups of individuals and other types of conflict
5. Verbal or physical intimidation between the staff
6. Sexist or racist comments
7. Foul language
8. High number of workers compensation claims
9. People refusing to turn up to social functions
10.High number of personality conflicts
11.People refusing or avoiding overtime shifts (Leadership and Motivational Training, 2010).