On the 1st August, Safe Work Australia published its model Code of Practice: Managing psychosocial hazards at work. The Code follows a recommendation made by Marie Boland (Boland Report, 2018-2019) […]
“Every Victorian has the right to go to work and be treated with dignity, respect and fairness whatever their sex, gender or sexual orientation.” – Natalie Hutchins, Parliamentary Secretary for […]
Work-related violence and aggression (WVA) is a risk for those who work directly with the public. Retail is an industry that presents an increased risk of exposure to WVA. Acts […]
Falls from ladders have resulted in a number of significant and fatal injuries, even when working at low heights, across Australia. In 2018, a clothing store worker was awarded $235,000 […]
In light of recent severe storms and floods across the East Coast, it is now more important than ever to have your workplace emergency plan up-to-date and ready for implementation […]
Workplace vaccine mandates have become a contentious issue for businesses and workers in recent months. A recent decision handed down by the Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission (FWC), […]
As Australians begin to unwind for holiday season, retailers and hospitality teams are ramping up operations and bringing on new staff to help with the influx of customers. We also […]
Retailers are urged to rethink their approach to safe work procedures following the prosecution of a Victorian retailer last month. In 2018, an employee of the retailer responded to an […]
There’s a common misconception that burn-out is a problem to be solved by the individual through mindfulness, yoga, breathing techniques and the like. However, Dr John Chan, Organisational Psychologist from […]
The COVID-19 vaccination program has started to roll out so it’s important to understand both employer and employee rights and obligations when it comes to workplace vaccinations. The rollout of […]