UNDERSTANDING PSYCHOSOCIAL RISKS 

 

• Definition and examples of psychosocial hazards in the workplace  

• Overview of the Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations related to psychosocial risks 

• Employer obligations under Australian WHS laws 

• Case studies: Impact of psychosocial risks on employee well-being and business outcomes 

 

EMPLOYMENT LAW FRAMEWORK FOR PSYCHOSOCIAL RISKS  

 

• Key legal provisions: WHS Act, Fair Work Act, anti-discrimination laws 

• Recent legal updates and their implications for employers (e.g., Safe Work Australia's guidance on psychosocial risks) 

• Employer liability: What happens when obligations are breached? 

 

IDENTIFYING AND ASSESSING PSYCHOSOCIAL RISKS  

 

• Conducting workplace risk assessments: Tools and methodologies 

• Recognizing early warning signs of psychosocial hazards 

 

MITIGATING PSYCHOSOCIAL RISKS – LEGAL STRATEGIES  

 

• Developing legally compliant policies and procedures 

• Creating a workplace culture of respect and inclusion 

• Addressing work design, workload, and workplace communication issues 

 

RESPONDING TO PSYCHOSOCIAL INCIDENTS  

 

• Legal obligations for incident response and resolution 

• Supporting employees: Return-to-work plans and mental health initiatives 

• How to document risk assessments, incident responses, and corrective actions  

   

FUTUREPROOFING YOUR WORKPLACE  

 

• Emerging trends in psychosocial risk management 

• Staying updated with legislative changes 

• Building a proactive strategy for ongoing compliance