A mentally healthy workplace is important, not only from a legal perspective, but based on the fact that both the worker and the business benefit as a result. If the workplace culture is good, people will want to be part of your business - subsequently attracting and retaining good staff, reduced absenteeism and increased productivity.
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We are all familiar with COVID-19 and understand that it has caused significant changes to the workforce. Do we however understand how to adjust to the psychological and mental health implications associated with COVID-19 in the workplace?
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Mental health, like physical health, is vital to workplace safety.
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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.
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R U OK? is a national mental health initiative that encourages people to ask a simple but important question: “Are you OK?” The campaign highlights the importance of meaningful conversations to support those who may be struggling.
In 2025, the theme is “Ask R U OK? Any Day”, reminding us that mental health conversations shouldn’t be limited to one day a year, they should be part of everyday workplace culture.
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