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Psychosocial Risk and Workforce Consultation
I’ve been spending a lot of time lately talking to workers as part of the workforce consultation phase when conducting psychosocial risk assessments. This experience has reinforced two key points for me: workforce consultation really, really matters for managing...
Psychosocial hazard and psychosocial risk – what’s the difference?
In the world of workplace health and safety, terms like “psychosocial hazards” and “psychosocial risks” often crop up, and are sometimes used interchangeably. Frankly, it can be a tad confusing. However, while they are related, in my view they aren’t the same. Let’s...
Queensland’s Psychosocial Code in a Nutshell
In April 2023, Queensland’s Managing the Risk of Psychosocial Hazards at Work Code of Practice (the Code) came into effect. While it doesn’t introduce new obligations for employers, it clarifies how to protect both the physical and psychological health of workers, as...
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