PSYCHOSOCIAL RISK
Recent legislation changes have lead to psychosocial risks becoming a higher priority for Australian businesses.
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At EMP Onsite, we know how important mitigating psychosocial risks in the workplace is becoming for employers. There are a number of elements present in Australian workplaces which can impact on the wellbeing of employees. These can often go unnoticed and unaddressed resulting in lasting injuries.
A psychosocial risk can result from work-related factors which can negatively impact the mental health, emotional well-being, and social interactions or employees. These risks can result from factors including work demands, job control, interpersonal relationships, organisational culture, work-life balance, high job demands, low decision-making autonomy, lack of support from supervisors or colleagues, workplace harassment, and conflicts.
Psychosocial risk management is currently in the spotlight due to its impact on employees well-being and organisational performance. Our experienced risk mitigation team can assist your company in building an integrated, holistic approach to assessing, actioning, and reviewing your psychosocial risk. This approach will help your organisation reduce their exposure to risk, improve employee wellbeing and improve productivity.
Why Should Employers Prevent Psychosocial Risks
Previously, mental well-being was included within the broader health and safety framework as a "duty of care." However, in numerous states, it is now specifically designated as the employer's responsibility. Throughout Australia, state and territory governments are amending their Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations to align with the code of practice set forth by Safe Work Australia in 2022. Employers play a key role in the prevention of psychosocial risk due to its profound impact on both employees and the organisation.
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Employees experiencing psychosocial risks are often less productive, have lower job satisfaction, increased absenteeism, and are more prone to increased turnover rates. By preventing these risks you can enhances employee engagement and performance.
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The cumulative impact of psychosocial risk exposure can contribute to long-term health consequences, diminishing overall well-being and quality of life for employees.
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Addressing psychosocial risks proactively has been shown to provide organisations with cost savings related to rising workers compensation, reduced absenteeism, turnover, healthcare expenses, and potential legal liabilities.
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Employers now have a legal obligation to provide a safe and healthy work environment. This now includes addressing psychosocial risks. Failure to do so can result in legal ramifications and damage to the organisations reputation.
At EMP Onsite we apply a holistic, proactive approach, led by our experienced allied health professionals. Our approach has been instrumental in reducing psychosocial risks for employers by employing a comprehensive, insight driven approach. We begin by identifying potential psychosocial hazards through our proprietary in depth assessments, delving into factors that could potentially harm employees mental and emotional well-being. Subsequently, we assess the risks associated with these hazards taking into account the severity of potential harm and the likelihood of occurrence.
Once risks are identified and understood, we implement practical controls which are most effective for your organisation. Our focus is on practical solutions that align with your organisations goals and values while effectively mitigating your exposure to psychosocial risks and hazards. Additionally, we conduct regular reviews of the implemented controls to ensure their continued effectiveness, adjusting them as required to address any evolving risks.
At EMP Onsite we address psychosocial risks holistically, we emphasise well-being, recognising the relationship between mental, emotional, and physical health. We promote a balanced, sustainable approach to employee well-being by considering the potential impacts on physical health, such as stress-related conditions, and behavioural impacts like unhealthy coping mechanisms.
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