The COVID?19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges for businesses and their Human Resources (HR) teams. From managing workplace health and safety to supporting employees through remote work and mental health concerns, HR plays a critical role in ensuring compliance, resilience, and employee well-being. For organisations like ABILITY GROUP, understanding the impact of Coronavirus (COVID?19) on HR is essential to navigating these complex times.
Mental health issues are the 3rd most frequent health condition after cancer & health disease. This means supervisors are likely to be managing workers suffering from a mental illness. We have identified common mental health hazards & workplace risk mitigation strategies.
An increasing concern for many businesses are the risks of mental health related incidents, injuries and resulting workers compensation claims.
Approximately 25% of Australia’s workforce are employed in jobs that may require working outdoors for at least some of the time. Recent bushfires, smoke and heavy rain, prompted us to review employers responsibilities for working in bad weather.
The festive season is notorious for weight gain. The typical Australian Christmas is often centred around family, friends, eating & drinking. For many of us overindulging goes mostly unnoticed as we are busy socialising with family & friends.
The consumption of alcohol & illicit drugs in the workplace is increasingly becoming an issue for businesses across industries. Implementing a formal drug & alcohol policy as well embedding associated procedures, can assist in ensuring a safer workplace.
October marks National Safe Work Month across Australia, a dedicated time for employers, employees, and communities to recommit to creating safe and healthy workplaces. This year’s theme, “Safety: Every Job, Every Day”, reminds us that safety is not a one-off initiative but a daily responsibility that protects lives, strengthens businesses, and builds trust
