Well Workplaces Ep109 - The Power of Proactive Risk Management
Week One: National Safe Work Month
Creating a Safe and Healthy Workplace: The Power of Proactive Risk Management during National Safe Work Month
In today's solo episode of the Well Workplaces Podcast, Tom Bosna delves into workplace safety and risk management. Timed for National Safe Work Month, the theme, "For Everyone's Safety, Work Safely" urges workplaces to prioritise safety, aiming to reduce work-related injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. Tom emphasises the significance of proactive risk management, highlighting its immense contribution to the nation's economy, potentially saving a staggering $28.6 billion by eliminating work-related injuries and illnesses.
The episode covers the risk management process, starting with hazard identification. He provides examples of common hazards, from working at heights to exposure to dust and gases, underlining the broad scope of risk management. Tom addresses the challenges of remote work, emphasising the employer's responsibility in ensuring proper equipment and workstation setups. The episode also touches on psychosocial hazards and offers strategies for managing the risk of UV exposure, particularly relevant for outdoor workers. Tom emphasises inclusivity in decision-making and concludes by urging a collective commitment to workplace safety.
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https://pinnaclehealthgroup.com.au/psychosocial-support-in-the-workplace/
Podcast Version: Pinnacle Health Group Masterclass - Psychosocial Support in the Workplace
Thanks for listening to the audio version of our Masterclass "Psychosocial Support in the Workplace" - clearly a huge topic, and front of mind for many of you right now! As mentioned, the session today aimed to share some insights into not only the changes in WHS legislation and requirements of workplaces to manage psychosocial hazards, but also the broader context and integration of these requirements with the overall HS&W strategy at your organisation.
As also mentioned - this session only scratched the surface in terms of understanding best practice, and how to actually implement the risk management process in your workplace.
The Model Code of Practice (i.e. how to actually implement the process at your organisation) can be found below, using the link.
LINK HERE TO PSYCHOSOCIAL SAFETY MODEL CODE OF PRACTICE
Some other handy resources include:
- explanation of WHS law changes and requirements of workplaces
- FAQs regarding psychosocial safety
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