Psychosocial Hazards
Learn to identify and manage psychosocial hazards to ensure a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace for everyone.
Content provided by:
Mybrand Digital
Understanding Psychosocial Hazards
Within relevant state or territory legislations, all businesses in Australia must, as far as practicable, provide a safe working environment without risk to the health of its workers. Over the last few decades, we have seen significant improvements to workplace safety, with the focus primarily on physical health. But did you know that current definitions include not just physical but also psychological health, and that employers must proactively manage both?
By the end of this module, you will be able to understand:
- Psychosocial hazards in the workplace which can impact psychological health of its workers.
- Strategies to identify and control psychosocial hazards in the workplace.
Relevant Australian Legislation:
- Work Health and Safety Act (State/Territory based – e.g. WHS Act 2011 NSW, WHS Act 2020 WA)
- Work Health and Safety Regulations (including psychosocial hazard provisions)
- Managing Psychosocial Hazards at Work Code of Practice (Safe Work Australia, 2022)
- Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (including workplace bullying provisions)
This module will take approximately 15 minutes to complete.
