Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace

13/05/2025 15 min Temporada 2 Episodio 11
Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace

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Psychosocial hazards might sound like corporate jargon, but at the heart of it, we’re talking about protecting your people from harm at work. In this episode, Wendy Jeffery-Lonnie from DFK Gooding Partners returns to break it down in plain English.We explore what psychological safety really means, why it’s becoming a non-negotiable in business today, and what you, as a business owner, can do to create a safer, more sustainable workplace culture.Whether you’ve heard whispers about legislation changes or just want to do better for your team, this episode is a must-listen. Wendy shares practical, common-sense ideas for identifying risks and taking simple steps to make work better for everyone.What We Cover in Less Than 15 MinutesWhat psychosocial hazards actually are and why they matterHow unaddressed stress at work can become a physical and legal riskThe link between clarity, autonomy, support, and safetyThe role of leaders in shaping a wellbeing-focused cultureWhere to start—even if you feel unsure or under-resourcedDownload the Psychologically Safe Workplaces Checklist compiled by Wendy here.And access the psychosocial hazards guidelines from Safe Work Australia or your local WHS site.Take action - Choose one area, such as role clarity, workload, or support, and ask your team for honest input. Start there, and build from what you learn.You can revisit Wendy's episode on The Right to Disconnect legislation here. Less Than 15 is a show brought to you by leading Accountants and Business Advisors, DFK Australia New Zealand.We help business owners make better decisions with our local knowledge, national connections and global reach. Search for a firm here and have a conversation with us today!