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Navigating psychosocial hazards in compliance with the latest legislation. With new updates in health and safety laws, employers are now legally obliged by Work Health and Safety Regulations to address psychosocial risks with the same level of importance as other significant workplace hazards, such as falls or operating machinery. Having an effective strategy is essential if you want to minimise the risks and increase wellbeing within your organisation. But where to start? WFR stands at the forefront, providing essential support for companies to meet these legislative requirements through a comprehensive Psychosocial Risk Review and the development of actionable strategies. Looking for more info on navigating psychosocial risk in your business? Check out our recent article. https://lnkd.in/gMB8XYZk #psychologicalsafety #psycholocialriskstrategy #employeewellbeing #workplacewellbeing #healthandsafety #enhancingmentalwellbeing #mentalhealth

This week, as part of National #SafeWorkMonth, the focus will be on Psychosocial hazards. At #TCI, we prioritise preventing psychological and physical harm at work are equally important. Effective consultation with workers improves decision-making about health and safety matters and assists in reducing work-related injuries and illness. Safe Work Australia #NationalSafeWorkMonth #WorkplaceSafety #TrafficManagement #TCISafety

Workplace hazards can irritate, injure, or worsen existing skin conditions. Don't let your employees suffer! Safety Hands Plus can help you protect your workers' health conditions. www.safetyhands.co.uk #healthandsafety #healthandsafetyconsultancy

What if there was a way to identify the risks of #PsychologicalHarm for workers and create #Solutions to mitigate them? There is with Radius. PSHSA is pleased to announce our new tool: Radius. Radius #EmpowersWorkplaces to understand job-based risk of #Psychological harm and collaboratively identify actionable solutions to enhance #WorkerWellbeing. Radius is designed to harness the #CollectiveVoice of workers, leaders and #Health, #Safety and #Wellbeing professionals. Learn more and start using the tool today: https://ow.ly/GKtT50TIQNL #PSHSARadius #MentalHealth #WorldMentalHealthDay #PsychologicalSafety #WorkplaceSafety #WorkerSafety

https://lnkd.in/ds8-CZ4b EU-OSHA’s European Survey of Enterprises on New and Emerging Risks (ESENER) is an extensive survey that looks at how European workplaces manage safety and health risks in practice. Thousands of businesses and organisations across Europe are asked to respond to a questionnaire that focuses on: General safety and health risks in the workplace and how they are managed Psychosocial risks, such as stress, bullying and harassment Drivers of and barriers to OSH management Worker participation in safety and health practices.

Is your business taking reasonable steps to manage #psychosocialhazards in the workplace? The psychological health and safety of your workers should be covered by your health and safety management system - yet, for many businesses this isn't the case, resulting in serious compensation claims and psychological ill health cases... #psychologicalhealthandsafety #mentalhealth #healthandsafetymanagement

One aspect I thoroughly enjoy about pre-employment medicals and health surveillance appointments is the opportunity to discuss a worker's understanding of workplace hazards, as well as their attitudes and actions towards perceived risks. This provides an excellent platform for traditional #healtheducation, which I consider an essential part of our role. It may require going the extra mile, but the resulting butterfly effect on someone else's life is well worth the effort. My approach incorporates principles of #behaviouralchange and #motivationalinterviewing. After all, there's little benefit in pressuring someone who isn't yet ready to make positive changes. This method ensures we support and guide them effectively towards better health practices. #holistic

Today’s employers must proactively address workplace violence prevention. Although the biggest danger of violence is harm to employees’ physical and mental health, there are typically negative financial repercussions, too. These may include reduced productivity; elevated turnover; and higher costs for health care, insurance and security. Key measures for preventing workplace violence include regularly conducting threat assessments, implementing a comprehensive workplace violence prevention policy, following a careful hiring process, and sponsoring benefits that support physical well-being and mental health. Contact us for help identifying and managing all the costs involved.

#Psychosocial Hazards: 4 Trends from the WHS NSW Autumn Report 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱: ↓ 11% decrease in reported high job demands. ↓ Exposure to psychosocial hazards in healthcare dropped from 31% to 12.4%. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗴𝗹𝘆: ↑ 36.9% rise in psychological injury claims since 2017-18. ↑ 55.1% of female workers reported bullying and harassment (up from 29.7% in 2023). Organisations must take proactive steps to manage #psychosocial hazards and support worker well-being for long-term safety and productivity.

Health and Safety is the term used to describe the sensible measures taken to ensure the safety of workers and those affected by your work in your organisation – giving your clients confidence in the service you provide. Tailor made for health and social care workers, our comprehensive course gives you the information you need regarding health and safety, as well as practical advice to reduce risk in your workplace. #SocialCareTV #HealthandSafety #HealthandSocialCare