All workers, future workers and self-employed people should feel safe in their workplace. Employers have the obligation to protect workers from such situations, including sexual harassment, bullying or discrimination, as a person or company can be liable unless they can prove that they took all preventative steps to stop the harassment. As of 6 March 2023, workplace sexual harassment is prohibited under the Fair Work Act.
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The impact of a death at work is devastating for everyone and nobody expects to say good bye to a loved one in the morning as they leave for work, to then find out they were fatally injured at work and will never return home. WHS Plans play a critical role in preventing workplace injuries or deaths.
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Worker fatigue can impact all businesses. Certain sectors or those utilising shift work are at higher risk. Fatigue is more than feeling tired & drowsy. It is a state of mental and/or physical exhaustion that reduces a person’s ability to perform work safely & effectively. ? (more…)
Employers are seeing rising numbers of mental health claims from their workers with these worker compensation claims set to double by 2030. This huge increase in mental health-related also means extra costs for employers and insurers. if recent trends continue, costs could triple in real terms.
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October’s spotlight is on Mental Health Month, which raises awareness on the importance of mental wellness and helps people with resources and support to improve one’s mental health and wellbeing. With World Mental Health Day on 10th October, Australia’s Mental Health Month aims to provide strategies, tips & support to help people in need.
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WorkSafe has issued a safety alert to remind businesses of their obligations to protect their workers and prevent injuries that could occur from falls from roofs and other dangerous heights. Managing roof injury risks is an important responsibility for many businesses & key steps can reduce hazards, risks, injuries & costs.
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