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Two recent online events offer good introductions to managing psychosocial hazards at work, but our thinking needs to be stretched to address these hazards at the source. If we don't, the slow pace of change will unnecessarily harm workers. https://lnkd.in/gxjhc2q8 #OHS #WHS #psychosocialhazards #mentalhealthatwork #workhealthandsafety Carlo Caponecchia Martyn Campbell

Managing psychosocial hazards in the workplace. What do psychosocial hazards include?#Psychosocial #Safety #FactSheet

📣 Sharing some important insights from our latest video at Risk Collective on the topic of psychosocial risk factors in the workplace. We touch on one of the recommendations from the recent independent review of SafeWork NSW and provide actionable strategies to manage these risks effectively. This video is a must-watch for those looking to create a safer, more supportive work environment. 🌟 Additionally, we've developed a detailed article and other resources on this topic to further guide and educate. To stay updated and get on the list for these valuable resources, visit www.riskcollective.com.au and join the Fold. #PsychosocialRisks #Workhealthandsafety #RiskManagement #RiskCollective https://lnkd.in/gEUhrK6U

Are you an Australian employer wanting to identify any psychosocial harms in your workplace? Comcare has compared three evidence-based psychosocial assessment tools currently available to help Australian employers identify and manage psychosocial hazards in their workplace. 1) People at work step-by-step psychosocial risk assessment tool 2) ADDRESS model for responding to psychosocial hazards in the workplace (for APS employers only) 3) The Psychosocial safety climate tool to support hazard prevention Comparisons of these Psychosocial risk assessment tools include how and when to use the tool, methodology, hazards alignment to the Model Code of Practice, areas of assessment and more. These tools are often a first step in a coordinated approach to managing psychosocial hazards. For more information, please visit our website for our comparison of Psychosocial risk assessment tools: https://lnkd.in/g56MyqN9 #Comcare #PeopleAtWork #APSC #StressCafeUNISA #AustralianEmployers

Exposure to frequent, prolonged, or severe stress from psychosocial hazards can put your employees at risk of psychological and/or physical harm. As an employer, it is crucial to recognise these hazards and understand your obligation under Work Health & Safety laws to eliminate or minimise psychosocial risks so far as is reasonably practicable. Effectively managing these risks not only protects the health and wellbeing of your employees but may also reduce turnover and absenteeism and enhance organisational productivity and performance. Navigating the complexities of psychosocial risk management can be daunting, but that's where we come in. At HRS Connect, we assist organisations in identifying psychosocial hazards and managing the associated risks, ensuring a safe and supportive work environment. Connect with us to learn how we can help you create a healthier and safer workplace. #PsychosocialHazards #WorkplaceSafety #EmployeeWellbeing #MentalHealth

Psychosocial Risk is on the regulators radar!   Australian organisations (well some of them) are starting to dig a little deeper in this space – but there is resistance to changing how things are done, because people feel a little lost.   The thing is – you need to find your way, and you need to do it quickly – the regulators are taking action.   We have heard the excuses ….    It won't happen to us we have a great reputation..   We care about our people, we will be OK   It will be ages before this stuff hits the courts .. we have time..   They will let us off first rime round surely?   Well..... I say no more, it is happening! Charges for breaching the Safety Act by continuing to ignore poor Psychological and Psychosocial workplace safety are starting to pile up. I will post as many cases as I can, so Directors understand that these amended obligations are live! And so very overdue!   Can you safely say your organisation won't be next?   Here are the links to cases:   https://lnkd.in/gArYb3ZV https://lnkd.in/g76QTZgg #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthatwork #workplacementalhealth #psychosocialrisk #psychosocialsafety #psychosocialhazard #psychologicalsafety Anna Feringa Consulting Pty Ltd

When was the last time your organisation or Board revisited your pyschosocial risks? Do your staff actually do the job like you think? What is your attitude to adequate resourcing and the impact on your work force? Has your productivity reporting looked at the net productivity after considering the real cost of supporting your staff?

It is fantastic to see a growing focus on psychosocial safety for workers and an increase in available tools to help recognise and address the obligation for employers to provide, as far as practicable, a safe work environment. Gone are the days where it was sufficient to have broad organisational ideas of safety written on a website but never actioned, or a culture of ‘suck it up, it’s part of the job’. Safety in the workplace is critical, and should be prioritised equally for both the physical and psychological elements of the workplace. Just because you can’t see it doesn’t mean it isn’t real or debilitating. Let’s keep raising the bar for safety, removing stigma and cultivating cultures not only in our workplaces, but across society of safety and support.

Recognising and comprehending common psychosocial hazards in the workplace is paramount. These stressors can precipitate conflicts, distress, deteriorating physical health for staff, occupational illnesses and prolonged absences from work within your organisation. Implementing proactive measures to manage and mitigate these risks is essential. 👉 Download your copy of the Psychosocial Risk in the Workplace Whitepaper to learn more - https://hubs.ly/Q02lL71S0 👉 Request a demonstration of RiskWare to help manage Psychosocial Risk at your Workplace - https://lnkd.in/gEJV6Kgx #riskware #knowledge #riskmanagement #workplacesafety

A call out to Directors, CEOs, HR Managers and business owners across Gippsland - this is an event not to be missed! The workforce is becoming more complex and employee needs/expectations are changing. Are you in-step with your obligations to support employee well-being? Why not attend this important @AICD event in Gippsland - it is being run as a hypothetical, so lots of opportunity to scenario test.